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A member of a chromosome pair in diploid organisms or a gene that has the same origin and functions in two or more species..
Industry:Biology
The study of variation in genes among a group of individuals..
Industry:Biology
Similarity in DNA or protein sequences between individuals of the same species or among different species..
Industry:Biology
A large molecule composed of one or more chains of amino acids in a specific order; the order is determined by the base sequence of nucleotides in the gene that codes for the protein. Proteins are required for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's cells, tissues, and organs; and each protein has unique functions. Examples are hormones, enzymes, and antibodies..
Industry:Biology
The period in the cell cycle when DNA is replicated in the nucleus; followed by mitosis..
Industry:Biology
Tissue or organs from an individual of one species transplanted into or grafted onto an organism of another species, genus, or family. A common example is the use of pig heart valves in humans..
Industry:Biology
An enzyme performing the same function as another enzyme but having a different set of amino acids. The two enzymes may function at different speeds..
Industry:Biology
