Genetics
Pronunciation: /dʒəˈnɛtɪk/
Genetics (adjective)
- Connected to genes, which are parts of cells that control how living things grow and develop.
- Describing traits or features passed from parents to children through genes.
Examples
- The genetic code determines the characteristics of an organism.
- Scientists study genetic material to understand diseases.
Common collocations: genetic code, genetic material, genetic research, genetic trait, genetic disorder