Meaning Of The Word Supergene

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What's The Definition Of Supergene?

supergene in American English 1
adjective: formed by descending waters, as mineral or ore deposits (opposed to hypogene)

supergene in American English 2
noun: a portion of a chromosome consisting of linked genes that act as a single unit of inheritance

supergene in British English
adjective: (of a mineral) deposited by downward flow of groundwater
noun: a cluster of closely-related genes, often with connected functions

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