In a diploid organism, a state where both alleles of a given gene are the same.
Possessing identical genes from each parent for a particular trait.
A genetic characteristic containing either two dominant or two recessive genes.
Having two identical versions of a specific gene.
Having two identical alleles of a gene at corresponding loci (sites) on homologous chromosomes, the result of having inherited the same allele from each parent. The recessive gene usually manifests itself when homozygous.
Describing an individual in whom the members of a pair of genes determining a particular characteristic are identical.
An individual having identical members of the pair of genes coding for a given characteristic.