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genetic

[d͡ʒəˈnɛtɪk]

Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to genes, heredity, or genetic material.

  • noun

    The study of genes and heredity.


Synonyms

genealogical , hereditary
Rhymes
Words rhyming with genetic
reminiscent , sentiment , element , premonition
Variants
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genetic , genetical , genetically , -genetic , genetic code , genetic codes , genetic counseling , genetic counselings , genetic drift , genetic drifts , genetic engineer , genetic engineering , genetic engineerings , genetically engineered , genetic fingerprint , genetic fingerprinting , genetic fingerprintings , genetic load , genetic loads , genetic map , genetic maps , genetic marker , genetic markers
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'genea' meaning 'race' or 'tribe' and the Greek word 'logia' meaning 'study of'.


Trivia
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  1. Genetics was one of the first sciences to use the word 'gene' in its modern sense.

  2. The human genome contains approximately 20,000 genes.

  3. The first genetic map was created in 1900 by Gregor Mendel.


Related Concepts
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  1. DNA: Deoxyribonucleic acid is the genetic material present in the nucleus of the cell that carries the genetic instructions for the development, function, and reproduction of all living organisms.

  2. Genome: The complete set of genetic material in an organism, including all of its genes and the non-coding DNA sequences.

  3. Genetics: The scientific discipline that studies the genetic material of organisms and how it influences their development and behavior.


Culture
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Genetics has been a significant topic in literature and art, particularly in works that explore the concept of inheritance and identity. In music, there are several songs that reference genetics and DNA. Genetics has also been a subject of scientific and cultural debate, with discussions around ethical issues such as gene editing and genetic privacy.

How to Memorize "genetic"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a double helix structure to represent the genetic material.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'genetic' with the concept of inherited traits.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Genes: Get Every Essential Nucleotide' to remember the function of genes.


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