sequence variations
[/ˈsiːkwəns vɛəriˈeɪʃənz/]
nounpl: sequence variations
variações de sequência
1. Differences or changes in the order or arrangement of elements in a sequence, particularly in genetics referring to differences in DNA or protein sequences between organisms or individuals
The researchers identified sequence variations in the genome that could explain the disease susceptibility.
Os pesquisadores identificaram variações de sequência no genoma que poderiam explicar a suscetibilidade à doença.
2. In mathematics and computer science, alterations in the arrangement or order of a series of items or data points
Sequence variations in the algorithm's processing order affected the final results.
As variações de sequência na ordem de processamento do algoritmo afetaram os resultados finais.
3. In music or performance, deliberate or natural changes in the repetition of a musical phrase or movement pattern
The conductor introduced sequence variations to keep the performance fresh and engaging.
O maestro introduziu variações de sequência para manter a apresentação fresca e envolvente.
This is primarily a technical and scientific term used extensively in genetics, bioinformatics, and molecular biology research. It gained prominence with the Human Genome Project and subsequent genomic research. The term is used similarly across Brazil, Portugal, and English-speaking countries in academic and medical contexts.
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