Gene
noun
A part of a cell in a living thing that controls what it looks like, how it grows, and how it develops.
Blue eyes are caused by a particular gene that a person inherits from their parents.
Often appears as...
- express a gene
- inherit a gene
noun
A basic unit of heredity, made of DNA or RNA, that determines a natural feature or quality of an organism.
Scientists are exploring the role of genes in the development of diseases.
Often appears as...
- gene mutation
- gene expression
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Academic
noun
A part of a cell in a living thing that controls what it looks like, how it grows, and how it develops.
Blue eyes are caused by a particular gene that a person inherits from their parents.
Often appears as...
- express a gene
- inherit a gene
noun
A basic unit of heredity, made of DNA or RNA, that determines a natural feature or quality of an organism.
Scientists are exploring the role of genes in the development of diseases.
Often appears as...
- gene mutation
- gene expression
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Usage in Metaphors
The word 'gene' can metaphorically describe non-biological traits, like behaviors or preferences assumed to be inherited.
She has a gene for music; her entire family are musicians.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Visible
'Gene' can refer to traits that are not always obvious; some genes can be 'silent' or not expressed.
Just because you can't roll your tongue doesn't mean you don't carry the gene.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Relevance
In discussions about nature vs. nurture, 'gene' often represents the 'nature' aspect of the debate.
His athleticism isn't just training; it's in his genes.
Pro Tip 1/3Usage in Metaphors
The word 'gene' can metaphorically describe non-biological traits, like behaviors or preferences assumed to be inherited.
She has a gene for music; her entire family are musicians.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Visible
'Gene' can refer to traits that are not always obvious; some genes can be 'silent' or not expressed.
Just because you can't roll your tongue doesn't mean you don't carry the gene.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Relevance
In discussions about nature vs. nurture, 'gene' often represents the 'nature' aspect of the debate.
His athleticism isn't just training; it's in his genes.
Pro Tip 1/3Usage in Metaphors
The word 'gene' can metaphorically describe non-biological traits, like behaviors or preferences assumed to be inherited.
She has a gene for music; her entire family are musicians.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Visible
'Gene' can refer to traits that are not always obvious; some genes can be 'silent' or not expressed.
Just because you can't roll your tongue doesn't mean you don't carry the gene.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Relevance
In discussions about nature vs. nurture, 'gene' often represents the 'nature' aspect of the debate.
His athleticism isn't just training; it's in his genes.
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The psychology of...
you instead told everyone who tried to help you that they were wrong. So what causes narcissism? Twin studies show a strong genetic component, although we don't know which genes are involved. But environment matters, too. Parents who put their child on a pedestal can foster grandiose narcissism.
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Why is it so hard to...
When they're bombarded by radiation or chemotherapy, some cancer cells can effectively switch on protective shields against whatever's attacking them by changing their gene expression. Malignant cancers are complex systems that constantly evolve and adapt.
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Secrets of the X...
This pair, called the X and Y chromosomes, influences your biological sex. Most women have two X chromosomes while most men have one X and one Y. The Y chromosome contains genes for male development and fertility. The X chromosome, on the other hand,
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Why do women have...
In this respect, pregnancy is awe-inspiring, but that's only half the story. The other half reveals that pregnancy places a mother and her child at odds. As for all living creatures, the human body evolved to promote the spread of its genes.
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4 simple ways to have a...
patient asked why didn't you inject my forehead Jean said you don't have spasms there the patient said I know but every time you inject my forehead I get this beautiful untroubled expression gene listen the light went on and she had the
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3 tips to boost your...
act courageously to face a challenge head-on. This is confidence. It turns thoughts into action. So where does confidence even come from? There are several factors that impact confidence. what you're born with, such as your genes,
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Pamela Ronald: The case...
I study genes that make plants resistant to disease and tolerant of stress. In recent years, millions of people around the world have come to believe that there's something sinister about genetic modification.
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Sir David Attenborough...
purpose because what it's done is to bought a different set of genes into the gene pool and with that luck that's that's all you can expect if you're a deep sea antler fish i have never seen such ravishingly
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Where do genes come...
The early life forms were primitive microbes with a basic set of genes for the basic tasks required to stay alive. They passed down those basic genes to their offspring through billions of generations.
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Genetics 101 PIPE National...
published the results of his hybridization studies of pea plants. In his findings, he noted the role of factors that influence the expression of traits. These factors later became known as genes.
Video examples
The psychology of...
you instead told everyone who tried to help you that they were wrong. So what causes narcissism? Twin studies show a strong genetic component, although we don't know which genes are involved. But environment matters, too. Parents who put their child on a pedestal can foster grandiose narcissism.
Video examples
Why is it so hard to...
When they're bombarded by radiation or chemotherapy, some cancer cells can effectively switch on protective shields against whatever's attacking them by changing their gene expression. Malignant cancers are complex systems that constantly evolve and adapt.
Video examples
Secrets of the X...
This pair, called the X and Y chromosomes, influences your biological sex. Most women have two X chromosomes while most men have one X and one Y. The Y chromosome contains genes for male development and fertility. The X chromosome, on the other hand,
Video examples
Why do women have...
In this respect, pregnancy is awe-inspiring, but that's only half the story. The other half reveals that pregnancy places a mother and her child at odds. As for all living creatures, the human body evolved to promote the spread of its genes.
Video examples
4 simple ways to have a...
patient asked why didn't you inject my forehead Jean said you don't have spasms there the patient said I know but every time you inject my forehead I get this beautiful untroubled expression gene listen the light went on and she had the
Video examples
3 tips to boost your...
act courageously to face a challenge head-on. This is confidence. It turns thoughts into action. So where does confidence even come from? There are several factors that impact confidence. what you're born with, such as your genes,
Video examples
Pamela Ronald: The case...
I study genes that make plants resistant to disease and tolerant of stress. In recent years, millions of people around the world have come to believe that there's something sinister about genetic modification.
Video examples
Sir David Attenborough...
purpose because what it's done is to bought a different set of genes into the gene pool and with that luck that's that's all you can expect if you're a deep sea antler fish i have never seen such ravishingly
Video examples
Where do genes come...
The early life forms were primitive microbes with a basic set of genes for the basic tasks required to stay alive. They passed down those basic genes to their offspring through billions of generations.
Video examples
Genetics 101 PIPE National...
published the results of his hybridization studies of pea plants. In his findings, he noted the role of factors that influence the expression of traits. These factors later became known as genes.
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John Gokongwei
Chinese Businessman
The most important factors for a long life, I think, are partly in the genes; number two is lifestyle, which includes healthy diet and regular exercise. I walk, run and swim every day. However, I think too much exercise is also unhealthy because of over-stress; sometimes people who exercise too many hours per day die early.
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James Belushi
American Actor
I don't know if there is a gene for comedy, but my dad was a very funny man. He just didn't know it. He was a naturally funny character, and when my brother and I would laugh at things he said and did, he would say, 'What do you think is so funny?
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Jeffrey Eugenides
American Novelist
If you talk to geneticists they are constantly finding that your genes are being switched on and off because of the environment. Genes alone do not determine an exact path in your life.
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Jeffrey C. Hall
American Scientist
The question is not whether but how do the actions of a given gene influence some interesting aspect of behavior.
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Dean Ornish
American Educator
Your genes are not your fate... if you change your lifestyle, you change your genes.
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Mandy Rose
American Wrestler
I'm lucky to have good genes, and life's all about balance.
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Karan Patel
Indian Actor
I am blessed with a funny gene that makes me enjoy life.
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Sebastian Seung
South Korean Scientist
There are many ways in which genes influence the brain.
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Alan Rickman
British Actor
Talent is an accident of genes - and a responsibility.
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Taylor Caldwell
American Author
Character, I am sure, lies in the genes.
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John Gokongwei
Chinese Businessman
The most important factors for a long life, I think, are partly in the genes; number two is lifestyle, which includes healthy diet and regular exercise. I walk, run and swim every day. However, I think too much exercise is also unhealthy because of over-stress; sometimes people who exercise too many hours per day die early.
Quote examples
James Belushi
American Actor
I don't know if there is a gene for comedy, but my dad was a very funny man. He just didn't know it. He was a naturally funny character, and when my brother and I would laugh at things he said and did, he would say, 'What do you think is so funny?
Quote examples
Jeffrey Eugenides
American Novelist
If you talk to geneticists they are constantly finding that your genes are being switched on and off because of the environment. Genes alone do not determine an exact path in your life.
Quote examples
Jeffrey C. Hall
American Scientist
The question is not whether but how do the actions of a given gene influence some interesting aspect of behavior.
Quote examples
Dean Ornish
American Educator
Your genes are not your fate... if you change your lifestyle, you change your genes.
Quote examples
Mandy Rose
American Wrestler
I'm lucky to have good genes, and life's all about balance.
Quote examples
Karan Patel
Indian Actor
I am blessed with a funny gene that makes me enjoy life.
Quote examples
Sebastian Seung
South Korean Scientist
There are many ways in which genes influence the brain.
Quote examples
Alan Rickman
British Actor
Talent is an accident of genes - and a responsibility.
Quote examples
Taylor Caldwell
American Author
Character, I am sure, lies in the genes.
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