heredity
The passing of characteristics or traits from parent or ancestor to offspring or later generations; the sum of such inherited features or their characteristics.
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chromosome
A strand-like structure found in the nucleus of cells that contains DNA and associated proteins. Carries the genes determining heredity.
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congenital
Of or relating to a condition that is existent at birth especially those that are non-hereditary and/or abnormal.
gene
Basic hereditary unit comprising a sequence of nuceleotides within a strand of DNA or RNA and occupying a fixed position on a chromosome. Generally determines a particular character or trait present in an organism by directing production and activity of RNA.
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genetics
Branch of biology concerned with the study of heredity and variation of organisms; the genetic constitution of a single organism, species, or other taxonomic group.
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