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inherited trait |
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inherited trait Etymology: L, in, within, hereditare, to inherit; Fr, trait, a draft a distinguishing quality or characteristic that is transmitted genetically from one generation to the next. inherited received by inheritance. inherited achondroplastic dwarfism see achondroplastic dwarfism. inherited combined immunodeficiency inherited congenital defects inherited defects visible at birth. inherited defects conditions caused by genes which condition the structure or function of an organ or tissue. inherited diseases see inherited defects. inherited metabolic defects errors of metabolism conditioned by genes. inherited trait a distinguishing characteristic or quality received by inheritance. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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in genetics, the extent to which an inherited trait is manifested by an individual. Smith accent the survey of a man who overcame poverty to discover some of the basics of genetics and inherited traits. Zeisel says most men and about half of women carry this inherited trait. |
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