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Similar term(s): genetic.

Definition:

The functional and physical unit of heredity passed from parent to offspring. Genes are pieces of DNA, and most genes contain the information for making a specific protein.

Source & ©: NHGRI Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms 

Related words:

Chromosome - DNA - Genotoxic


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20-3-2008