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horizontal gene transfer

noun

horizontal gene transfer

noun
1

Biology, Genetics, Medicine, Natural sciences, Sciences The transfer of genetic material from one organism to another one that is not its offspring; especially common among bacteria.

  • Study of kett DNA shows evidence of horizontal gene transfer and the incorporation of genes from dozens of unknown species.2017, BioWare, Mass Effect: Andromeda (Science Fiction), Redwood City: Electronic Arts, →OCLC, PC, scene: Kett: Biology Codex entry:

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