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jumping gene

/ˈdʒʌmpɪŋ dʒiːn/

翻译: 基因组中能够从一个位置移动到另一个位置的DNA片段,又称转座子或移动遗传因子。

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/ˈdʒʌmpɪŋ dʒiːn/C1formalscientific
  • zh基因组中能够从一个位置移动到另一个位置的DNA片段,又称转座子或移动遗传因子。

A segment of DNA that can move to different positions within the genome of a cell, also known as a transposable element or transposon.

  1. Transposable elementC2formal

    A DNA sequence that can change its position within the genome, sometimes causing mutations or altering gene expression.

    zh跳跃基因

    • Jumping genes were first discovered by Barbara McClintock in maize.
    • These transposable elements can move to different locations in the DNA.
    • Scientists study jumping genes to understand genetic diversity and evolution.