monogenetic
/ˌmɑnoʊdʒəˈnɛtɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or caused by a single gene.
- Some traits are monogenetic, meaning they are controlled by a single gene.
- The scientist studied a monogenetic disorder that affects only one gene.
- Monogenetic diseases are often easier to trace through family history.
- Relating to or derived from a single origin or source.
- The linguist argued that the language family was monogenetic, coming from one ancient tongue.
- The theory proposes a monogenetic development of the species from a common ancestor.
- Some myths suggest a monogenetic origin for all human cultures.
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