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The adjective form for gene or genes is genetic. The noun gene can be used with other nouns (e.g. gene therapy, gene splicing) but it is acting as a noun adjunct rather than an adjective.
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What are defective genes?
defective genes are genes that are defective
What is the difference between chromosomes and genes?
DNA is in genes, and genes are in chromosomes.
Are genes located on the autosomal called sex linked genes?
No, genes located on the autosomes are not called sex linked genes. Only genes located on the sex chromosomes are called sex linked genes.
What is the name of the series of genes that controls organs and tissues that develop in the embryo?
Hox genes (:
What is Best analogy for what genes do?
What do genes do
What is the adjective form of genes?
It is genetic.
Is DNA the same as genes?
<yes but genetics is just the plural> Not really. 'Genetic' is an adjective, while 'genetics' is a noun referring to (loosely) the study and/or techniques of matters involving genes. In this sense, the term 'genetics' functions like 'mathematics' - a mass noun that encompasses a broad spectrum of disciplines and endeavors involving a common focus (genes or numbers).
What is the difference between a gene and a genetic?
A gene is a unit of nucleic acid which codes for some trait or which in some way regulates the expression of other genes. The word genetic is an adjective; it describes something that is related to genes, for example, a genetic disease, a genetic test, etc.
Are polygenic genes dominant genes?
Polygenic genes are usually dominant genes.
Are the fathers genes always the dominant genes?
No - the father's genes are not always the dominant genes.
What are defective genes?
defective genes are genes that are defective
Does prokaryotes have genes?
Of course they have genes. They need genes for survival and reproduction.
What is the difference between chromosomes and genes?
DNA is in genes, and genes are in chromosomes.
Do dominant genes affect recessive genes?
The dominant genes take over, and then the recessive genes hide away
Are genes located on the autosomal called sex linked genes?
No, genes located on the autosomes are not called sex linked genes. Only genes located on the sex chromosomes are called sex linked genes.
What is the relationship between chromosomes and genes and between genes and DNA?
Chromosomes contain genes which are segments of DNA.
Which genes are dominant and which are recessive?
Dominant genes are always expressed in preference to recessive genes in cased where both genes are present.
