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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
- 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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Over a period of about three months, a genetics team will "make a bespoke test to find the gene within my eggs," Lucy explains.
A lifetime of data is being gathered that could reveal links between the brain development of the children being studied now and the health, experiences and genetics of their parents.
Prof Michael Inouye, from the University of Cambridge, said he believes we will look back on this study "as a landmark" that made the case for using genetics to assess risk.
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.
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