chromosomal_mutation | ||
1. | [ noun ] (genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism | |
Synonyms: | genetic_mutation mutation | |
Related terms: | change transformation transposition point_mutation reversion inversion saltation mutagenesis genetics | |
Similar spelling: |
chromosomal_aberration chromosomal_anomaly chromosome_mapping chromosonal_disorder |