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Linkage Group.
Linkage Group - as a noun
Any pair of genes that tend to be transmitted together
Example: "The genes of drosophila fall into four linkage groups"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
linked genesExample Sentences
"In genetics, a linkage group refers to a group of genes that are inherited together."
"The genes in a linkage group are located close to each other on the same chromosome."
"Genetic mapping techniques are used to determine the order of genes within a linkage group."
"In humans, the HLA gene complex is an example of a linkage group."
"Scientists study linkage groups to identify genes responsible for certain traits or diseases."
