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Ploidy refers to the number of sets of chromosomes in a cell. It is a fundamental concept in genetics and plays a crucial role in the development and function of organisms. The term "ploidy" is derived from the Greek word "ploidos," meaning "fullness" or "completeness." In most eukaryotic organisms, the standard ploidy is diploid, meaning each cell contains two sets of chromosomes, one inherited from each parent. This is the case for most somatic cells in humans, which have 46 chromosomes (23 pairs).
Other common ploidies include haploid, where a cell contains a single set of chromosomes, and triploid, where
Ploidy can vary within an organism's life cycle. For example, many plants and some animals undergo meiosis,
Abnormal ploidy can have significant effects on an organism's development and function. For instance, trisomy 21,