heterogametic

adj. referring to the sex that has two dissimilar sex chromosomes, such as the male sex in mammals and the female sex in birds. Compare homogametic.

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February 25th 2025

estazolam

n. a high-potency, intermediate-acting benzodiazepine used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. U.S. trade name: ProSom.