gene
复数形式
genes
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基因, 遗传单位
(genetics) a basic unit of heredity and a sequence of nucleotides in DNA that is located on a chromosome in a cell and controls a particular quality
A gene is a segment of DNA that provides the instructions for making proteins, which are essential for the body's growth, development, and overall functioning. Genes influence traits such as eye color, blood type, and the likelihood of developing certain diseases. They are passed from parents to children and can affect how the body responds to environmental factors and treatments.
- The gene responsible for eye color is inherited from both parents.
负责眼睛颜色的基因是从父母双方遗传下来的。
- Scientists study the genes to understand how diseases are passed down.
科学家研究基因以了解疾病是如何遗传的。
- She discovered that her gene pool had a unique mutation.
她发现她的基因库有一个独特的突变。
- His athletic abilities might be related to a specific gene he inherited.
他的运动能力可能与他继承的特定基因有关。
- The study revealed that some genes could influence intelligence.
研究显示，一些基因可能影响智力。