gene vs allele
Definitions
noun
- (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity
Examples
In my view his confrontational, gladiatorial style has been a major contributor to the widespread disdain of the British public for politicians generally.
Some of my remarks here are directed toward conventional scientists, who generally refrain from commenting critically on the wild ideas of a few of their colleagues because it is bad manners.
There is a tradition of magickal practice in my family but sadly it fell into abeyance a couple of generations back.
Definitions
noun
- (genetics) either of a pair (or series) of alternative forms of a gene that can occupy the same locus on a particular chromosome and that control the same character
Examples
Our specialist library is unparalleled.
These two elements in the story, the unparalleled beauty and the long deep sleep, are what light up the mind and set one questioning.
However, Oktoberfest is also marketed as a student slosh fest of unparalleled quality and good times.
