dominant gene
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A gene whose effect shows up in an organism even if only one copy of it is present.
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Because brown eyes come from a _____, a child needs only one copy to have brown eyes."
Answer: dominant gene
In your own words, what does "dominant gene" mean?
A gene whose effect shows up in an organism even if only one copy of it is present.
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