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Search Results for: silent allele

silent allele --> amorph 1. (Science: genetics) A gene which is inactive. Thus, an amorphic gene. 2. (Science: cell... Read More

What is a missense mutation? Literally speaking, a mutation that changes the meaning of the encoded gene sequence is the... Read More

Pleiotropy Definition When one single gene starts affecting multiple traits of living organisms, this phenomenon is known... Read More

A mutation is a permanent, heritable change in the nucleotide sequence or the process by which such a change occurs in a... Read More

Neutral Mutation Definition What is a neutral mutation? Neutral mutations are the alterations in the DNA that are... Read More

Genetic Variability Definition Genetic variability refers to the tendency of individual genetic characteristics in a... Read More