phenotypic feature
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nounpl: phenotypic features
característica fenotípica
1. An observable physical or biochemical characteristic of an organism that results from the interaction of its genotype with the environment
Eye color is a phenotypic feature determined by multiple genes and environmental factors.
A cor dos olhos é uma característica fenotípica determinada por múltiplos genes e fatores ambientais.
2. Any visible or measurable trait expressed in an organism's appearance or behavior
Height and skin pigmentation are phenotypic features commonly studied in human genetics.
A altura e a pigmentação da pele são características fenotípicas comumente estudadas em genética humana.
This term is primarily used in scientific and academic contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It is fundamental to biology, genetics, and anthropology education. In Brazil, the study of phenotypic features has historical significance in discussions of racial classification and human diversity. In the USA, phenotypic features are studied extensively in medical genetics and evolutionary biology research.
Related Idioms & Phrases
show one's phenotypic features
express phenotypic features
phenotypic features come to light
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