genetics

Definition / meaning of genetics

The study of genes and heredity. Heredity is the passing of genetic information and traits (such as eye color and an increased chance of getting a certain disease) from parents to offspring.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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