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linkage group
noun Genetics.
a group of genes in a chromosome that tends to be inherited as a unit.
Origin:
1935–40
1935–40
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Medical Dictionary
linkage group n.
A pair or set of genes on a chromosome that tend to be inherited together.
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Linkage group
is always a great word to know.
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Science Dictionary
linkage group  (lĭng'kĭj) Pronunciation Key
A pair or set of genes that are close to each other on a chromosome and tend to be transmitted together. |
The American Heritage® Science Dictionary
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