The recessive trait is not expressed unless two copies are present.
Рецессивный признак не проявляется, если нет двух копий.
Synonyme
latent allele
latent trait
hidden allele
hidden trait
recessive trait
recessive gene
recessive allele
Definitionen
recessiveadjektiv
Relating to or denoting heritable characteristics controlled by genes that are expressed in offspring only when inherited from both parents, i.e., when not masked by a dominant characteristic inherited from one parent.
The recessive trait for blue eyes can be passed down through generations without being visibly expressed.
Tending to move back, recede, or be set further back than adjacent parts.
The sculptor intentionally gave the statue a recessive chin to convey gentleness.
recessivesubstantiv
A recessive gene or trait is one that is expressed in an organism's phenotype only when two copies of the gene are present, as opposed to a dominant gene which is expressed with just one copy.
In Mendelian genetics, blue eyes are often considered a recessive trait.