genetics

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Derived terms 1.2.2 Translations 1.2.3 See also

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[edit] Etymology

Ancient Greek γένεσις, origin. Ultimately from γίγνομαι "I come into being"

[edit] Noun

genetics (uncountable)

1. (biology, genetics) The branch of biology that deals with the transmission and variation of inherited characteristics, in particular chromosomes and DNA.
2. (biology, genetics) The genetic makeup of a specific individual or species

[edit] Derived terms

• population genetics
• evolutionary genetics
• quantitative genetics

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[edit] See also

• Appendix:Glossary of genetics