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CRC Press - The Biology of Genetic Dominance Book

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Explore the complexities of heredity with The Biology of Genetic Dominance, part of the Molecular Biology Intelligence Unit by CRC Press. This book addresses the long-standing confusion surrounding the term "dominance" in genetics. While often applied to specific characters or alleles, the term can be used loosely to describe how one form masks another, even when not determined by alleles at the same locus. This text helps clarify these definitions by showing how statistics can complement verbal descriptions. It traces the history of the concept from Mendel, the pioneer of genetics, who observed these phenomena without knowing their underlying molecular bases. For students and readers interested in science and nature, this book provides a clearer understanding of how dominant alleles and characters function within genetic frameworks. It is an essential resource for those looking to move past loose definitions and gain a more precise grasp of molecular biology and genetic inheritance.

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Clarifies the dual usage of the term dominance to resolve common confusion in genetic studies.

Explains the distinction between dominant characters and dominant alleles at the same locus.

Provides a statistical perspective to complement and strengthen traditional verbal definitions.

Traces the history of genetic concepts from the foundational work of Mendel.

Part of the specialized Molecular Biology Intelligence Unit for focused scientific study.

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Brand: CRC Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1587062887
Category: Books > Subjects > Health, Family & Lifestyle > Medical & Healthcare Practitioners > Allied Health Professions > Biomedical Engineering
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 01 January 2006
Listed Since: 30 December 2006

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