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Definition of Univalent
1. Adjective. Used of a chromosome that is not paired or united with its homologous chromosome during synapsis. "A univalent chromosome"
Category relationships: Genetic Science, Genetics
Antonyms: Bivalent, Multivalent
2. Adjective. Having a valence of 1.
Attributes: Valence, Valency
Category relationships: Chemical Science, Chemistry
Antonyms: Polyvalent
Definition of Univalent
1. a. Having a valence of one; capable of combining with, or of being substituted for, one atom of hydrogen; monovalent; -- said of certain atoms and radicals.
2. a. Having a valence of one; capable of combining with, or of being substituted for, one atom of hydrogen; monovalent; -- said of certain atoms and radicals.
Definition of Univalent
1. Adjective. (chemistry) Having a valence of 1, or having only one valence. ¹
2. Adjective. (genetics) Of, or relating to a chromosome that is not paired with its homologous chromosome during synapsis. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Univalent
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Medical Definition of Univalent
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