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cis configuration
[sis] 1 the presence of the dominant alleles of two or more pairs of genes on one chromosome and the recessive alleles on the homologous chromosome. 2 the presence of the mutant genes of a pair of pseudoalleles on one chromosome and the wild-type genes on the homologous chromosome. Compare coupling, trans configuration. 3 also called cis arrangement, cis position. (in chemistry) a form of isomerism in which two substituent groups are on the same side of a double bond or aliphatic ring. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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