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Vocabulary Entry
gen
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A general term referring to a unit of heredity in living organisms.
Example Sentences
"Genes are passed from parents to their offspring."
"Scientists are studying the gene responsible for the disease."
"Each gene can influence various traits in an organism."
V
verb
To produce or create something, often used in a scientific context.
Example Sentences
"The lab is trying to gen a new type of bacteria."
"They managed to gen a new species of plant through genetic engineering."
"Researchers are working to gen solutions to complex problems."
A
adjective
Referring to something related to genetic characteristics.
Example Sentences
"Gen diversity is important for the survival of species."
"She focused her research on gen factors that influence aging."
"Understanding gen mechanisms can lead to breakthroughs in medicine."