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genetics
[ juh-net-iks ]
noun
- Biology. the science of heredity, dealing with resemblances and differences of related organisms resulting from the interaction of their genes and the environment.
- the genetic properties and phenomena of an organism.
genetics
/ ɪˈɛɪ /
noun
- functioning as singular the branch of biology concerned with the study of heredity and variation in organisms
- the genetic features and constitution of a single organism, species, or group
genetics
/ ə-ĕ′ĭ /
- The scientific study of the principles of heredity and the variation of inherited traits among related organisms.
genetics
- The study of heredity , or how the characteristics of living things are transmitted from one generation to the next. Every living thing contains the genetic material that makes up DNA molecules . This material is passed on when organisms reproduce. The basic unit of heredity is the gene . ( See chromosomes ; dominant trait ; genetic code ; Gregor Mendel ; recessive trait ; and sexual reproduction .)
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One of those most divisive issues in pronatalism are the mention of certain aspects related to genetics among some of its tech right proponents.
He referenced a goldendoodle currently in his care as an example of how a dog's characteristics can be shaped by their genetics.
“It’s at the root of our culture, giving us strength and identity,” said María Elena Álvarez-Buylla, a researcher in molecular genetics at the National Autonomous University of Mexico.
According to the classic theory of genetics laid out by the biologist Gregor Mendel, if both parents carry a recessive gene then there's a one in four chance that their child will inherit the condition.
For Hudson, 45, going into art and taking over a corporation are totally different paths, but she does think genetics might have something to do with the choice to follow in your parents’ footsteps.
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