English word karyoevolution comes from English evolution, English karyo- (Relating to the nucleus of cells.)
Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
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evolution | English (eng) | (biology) The change in the genetic composition of a population over successive generations.. (chemistry) The act or an instance of giving off gas; emission.. (dance, sports) A turning movement of the body.. (general) Gradual directional change especially one leading to a more advanced or complex form; growth; development.. (mathematics) The extraction of a root from a quantity.. (military) [...] |
karyo- | English (eng) | Relating to the nucleus of cells. |
karyoevolution | English (eng) | (biology) evolution that results in changes to the karyotype of organisms. |