Meaning of the word allele in English
What does allele mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
allele
US /əˈliːl/
UK /əˈliːl/
Noun
one of two or more alternative forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome
Example:
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Each parent contributes one allele for every gene to their offspring.
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The dominant allele will determine the physical trait if it is present.