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Vocabulary Entry
recombinant
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Referring to genetic material that is composed of DNA from different sources.
Example Sentences
"The recombinant DNA technology has revolutionized genetic engineering."
"Scientists created a recombinant protein to study its effects on cell growth."
"Recombinant organisms can be used for producing insulin in large quantities."
N
noun
An organism or genetic material that has been formed by combining DNA from different sources.
Example Sentences
"The recombinant was engineered to express specific traits."
"In the lab, we studied the properties of the recombinant."
"The use of recombinants has enhanced our understanding of genetic functions."