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genes

 

[ dส’iหnz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

genetics

Genes are the basic physical and functional units of heredity. They are made up of DNA and act as instructions to make molecules called proteins. In humans, genes vary in size from a few hundred DNA bases to more than 2 million bases.

Synonyms

DNA sequence, genetic code, hereditary unit.

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Word Description / Examples
genes

Commonly used in everyday language and basic biology. Refers to the fundamental units of heredity that are passed from parents to offspring.

  • Scientists study genes to understand diseases
  • You inherit your eye color from your genes
genetic code

Refers to the set of rules by which information encoded in genetic material (DNA or RNA sequences) is translated into proteins by living cells. Often used in molecular biology and bioinformatics.

  • Understanding the genetic code is crucial for genetic engineering
  • The genetic code allows cells to convert genetic information into functional proteins
DNA sequence

Used in scientific and technical discussions to refer to the specific order of nucleotides in a DNA molecule.

  • The DNA sequence of this organism reveals important information about its evolution
  • Sequencing the DNA sequence helps in identifying genetic disorders
hereditary unit

More formal or academic term for a gene. Used in scientific literature to emphasize the role of genes in inheritance.

  • Each hereditary unit has a specific function in determining traits
  • Researchers are identifying hereditary units responsible for different genetic conditions

Examples of usage

  • Each gene carries a set of instructions that determine specific traits, such as eye color or blood type.
  • Mutations in genes can lead to genetic disorders.

Translations

Translations of the word "genes" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น genes

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅ€เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gene

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gen

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะตะฝะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ geny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้บไผๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gรจnes

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ genes

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท genler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ ์ „์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌูŠู†ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ geny

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gรฉny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŸบๅ› 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ geni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gen

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะตะฝะดะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ”แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ genlษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ genes

Etymology

The term 'genes' was first coined by Danish botanist and geneticist Wilhelm Johannsen in 1909. The study of genes has revolutionized the field of genetics and our understanding of heredity. Through advancements in technology, scientists have been able to unravel the complexities of genes and their role in inheritance.

See also: genealogy, genesis, genetic.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,370, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.