Alleles

ENZH

What Does Alleles Mean?

  • 等位基因
  • 等位基因型
  • 等位基因群

Alleles Pronunciation

/əˈliːlz/

Alleles Definition

noun

Definition

One of two or more versions of a gene that are found at the same place on a chromosome.

In ZH

位于同一染色体上、存在于同一基因位置的两种或更多种基因变体之一。

How to Use Alleles in a Sentence

  • Alleles determine specific traits in an organism.
  • There are different alleles for flower color in pea plants.
  • Each parent contributes one allele to their offspring.
  • Mutations can create new alleles in a population.
  • Scientists study alleles to understand genetic variation.