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Synteny  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • The presence of two or more genetic loci on the same chromosome. Extensions of this original definition refer to the similarity in content and organization between chromosomes, of different species for example. The similarity between chromosome segments or chromosomes in the linear arrangement of genes (GENE ORDER) or genetic markers.

Entry terms

  • Syntenic Homology

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-BJZN6MD5-W

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