PLIOTROPY

Meaning of the word

The word “pliotropy” is a feminine noun that refers to the capacity of a gene or genetic mutation affect multiple traits or characteristics in an organism.

Origin of the word

The word “pliotropy” originates in the ancient Greek, being formed by the junction of the terms “pleio” (many) and “trops” (mode). This combination of words represents the idea of multiple forms or modes of manifestation.

Word adverbs

– Pliotropically

Conjunctions of the word

– AND
– or
– But
– Although
– However

Synonyms of the word

– Polyploidia
– Polyphony
– Polymorphism
– Multifunctionality

Word Definitions

– Capacity of a gene or genetic mutation affect multiple traits or characteristics in an organism.
– Phenomenon in which a single genetic change has effects in different parts of the body.

Phrases that the word applies

– Plyiotropy of this gene results in several different physical characteristics.
– Plyiotropy can be observed in genetic diseases that affect different systems of the human body.

Examples of the word in text

Plyiotropy is a common phenomenon in genetics, where a single gene can have effects on various characteristics of the body. For example, the gene responsible for Marfan’s syndrome causes changes in the cardiovascular, skeletal and eye system. This pliotropy makes the diagnosis and treatment of syndrome more complex.

Rhymes with the word

– Happiness
– Harmony
– Fantasy
– Melody
– Poetry

Anagrams with the word

– POLYPATRY
– Polyparita
– Polypartia
– Polypirata
– Policing

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