Diplontic Life Cycle

Overview

The diplontic life cycle is a type of life history strategy that occurs in some members of the animal kingdom. It is characterized by two distinct phases—a haploid phase, where the organism has only one set of chromosomes in its cells, and a diploid phase, where the organism has two sets of chromosomes in its cells. The two phases of the diplontic life cycle are separated by one or more meiotic divisions. During the haploid phase, an organism reproduces asexually, creating new individuals that are genetically identical to the original organism. During the diploid phase, sexual reproduction occurs, producing genetically different offspring. This type of life cycle is important for species to maintain genetic diversity and adapt to new environments. It is also used in biotechnology to produce genetically modified organisms.

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1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 1 article above has been cited 13 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

• THE EFFECT OF THYMOL ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF DROSOPHILA MELANOGASTER
  Meltem Erdem Kucuk et al. · 2023 · Journal of Applied Biological Sciences
• Evaluation of artificial diets based on different legume seeds on the nutritional physiology and digestive function ofHelicoverpa armigera(Hübner)
  2023 · Bulletin of Entomological Research
• THE EFFECT OF THYMOL ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF DROSOPHILA MELANOGASTER
  2023 · Journal of Applied Biological Sciences
• Investigation of secondary metabolites in bean cultivars and their impact on the nutritional performance ofSpodoptera littoralis(Lep.: Noctuidae)
  2022 · Bulletin of Entomological Research
• Evaluation of artificial diets based on different legume seeds on the nutritional physiology and digestive function ofHelicoverpa armigera(Hübner)
  2022 · Bulletin of Entomological Research
• Impact of Crude Methanolic Extract of Melia azedarach L. on The Fecundity and The Cuticle of The Adult House Fly, Musca domestica Macq
  E. Radwan et al. · 2021 ·
• Impact of Crude Methanolic Extract of Melia azedarach L. on The Fecundity and The Cuticle of The Adult House Fly, Musca domestica Macq
  2021 · Journal of Desert and Environmental Agriculture
• Investigation of secondary metabolites in bean cultivars and their impact on the nutritional performance ofSpodoptera littoralis(Lep.: Noctuidae)
  2021 · Bulletin of Entomological Research

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