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Allelset is a term used in genetics to describe the specific combination of alleles present at a particular locus, or multiple loci, on a chromosome. Alleles are different versions of the same gene. For example, a gene for eye color might have an allele for brown eyes and an allele for blue eyes. If an organism is diploid, meaning it has two copies of each chromosome, it will have two alleles for each gene. The combination of these two alleles at a specific gene locus is its allelset for that locus.

More broadly, an allelset can refer to the complete set of alleles an individual possesses for all the genes being considered. This is particularly relevant in population genetics and genomics when studying the genetic makeup of individuals or populations. Understanding allelsets is crucial for determining an organism's genotype and, consequently, its phenotype, which refers to its observable characteristics. The study of allelsets helps in understanding inheritance patterns, genetic diversity, and the genetic basis of diseases.