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Genetics Dictionary

Genetics

Part of Speech

Noun (plural: genetics)

Pronunciation

/dʒəˈnɛtɪks/

Definitions

1. The branch of biology that deals with the heredity and variation of organisms.

2. The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms.

3. The genetic properties or features of an organism.

Usage Examples

  • "The scientist specialized in genetics, particularly the genetic diseases passed down through families."
  • "Genetics plays a significant role in determining an individual's susceptibility to certain diseases."

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word "genesis," meaning "origin" or "creation," and the suffix "-ics," indicating a field of study or science.

Synonyms

  • Hereditary science
  • Genomics
  • Biology of inheritance

Antonyms

  • Non-genetic
  • Environmental influences

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
SpanishGenética/xeˈnetika/
FrenchGénétique/ʒe.ne.tik/
GermanGenetik/ɡəˈnɛtɪk/
ItalianGenetica/dʒeˈnɛtika/
PortugueseGenética/ʒeˈnɛtʃikɐ/
RussianГенетика/ɡʲɪˈnʲɛtʲɪkə/
Chinese (Mandarin)遗传学/yíchuán xué/
Arabicعلم الوراثة/ʕilm al-wirātha/
Japanese遺伝学/iden gaku/
Hindiआनुवंशिकी/ānuvānśikī/
Bengaliজেনেটিক্স/dʒeˈneʈɪks/
Tamilபாரம்பரிய உயிரியல்/pārampariya uyiriyal/
Punjabiਜੀਨਤਿਕਸ/dʒīˈnɪtɪks/
Marathiआनुवंशिकी/ānuvānśikī/
Gujaratiજૈવિક વિજ્ઞાન/dʒaɪvɪk vɪdʒˈnɑːn/
Teluguఆనువంశిక శాస్త్రం/ānuvāmśika śāstram/
Malayalamജീനറ്റിക് ശാസ്ത്രം/dʒīːnɛʈɪk śāstraṁ/
Kannadaಜೀನೆಟಿಕ್ಸ್/dʒineʈɪks/
Odiaଜେନେଟିକ୍/dʒeˈneʈɪk/
Assameseজেনেটিক্স/dʒeˈneʈɪks/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

Pronunciation of "genetics" may vary slightly depending on regional accents. In some areas, it may have a more distinct "g" sound, while in others, the "g" may be softer. Regional accents also influence the stress and rhythm of the word.

Historical Usage

The term "genetics" was first coined by the biologist William Bateson in 1905. Bateson used the term to describe the study of inheritance and the principles of heredity, which had been a subject of scientific interest long before his time. The science of genetics expanded rapidly after the rediscovery of Gregor Mendel's work on inheritance patterns.

Cultural Nuances

Genetics has a profound impact on cultural beliefs about identity, health, and family. In some cultures, genetics plays a significant role in understanding hereditary diseases, while in others, genetic research may be approached with caution due to ethical considerations surrounding gene manipulation and cloning.

More Information

Genetics is a fundamental field of biology that explores how traits and characteristics are passed from one generation to the next. It is central to modern biology, medicine, and biotechnology. The study of genetics has led to groundbreaking discoveries in the understanding of diseases, gene therapies, and the mapping of the human genome. Genetic research continues to shape the future of personalized medicine, forensic science, and agricultural advancements.

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