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tandem repeat sequences

Biology; Genome

Multiple copies of the same base sequence on a chromosome; used as markers in physical mapping. See also: physical map.

morbid map

Biology; Genome

A diagram showing the chromosomal location of genes associated with disease..

cytoplasmic trait

Biology; Genome

A genetic characteristic in which the genes are found outside the nucleus, in chloroplasts or mitochondria. Results in offspring inheriting genetic material from only one parent..

targeted mutagenesis

Biology; Genome

Deliberate change in the genetic structure directed at a specific site on the chromosome. Used in research to determine the targeted region's function. See also: mutation, polymorphism.

mouse model

Biology; Genome

See: model organisms.

cytosine (C)

Biology; Genome

A nitrogenous base, one member of the base pair GC (guanine and cytosine) in DNA. See also: base pair, nucleotide.

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