recessive (Meaning)
recessive (n)
an allele that produces its characteristic phenotype only when its paired allele is identical
recessive (a)
of or pertaining to a recession
(of genes) producing its characteristic phenotype only when its allele is identical
recessive (a.)
Going back; receding.
Synonyms & Antonyms of recessive
recessive Sentence Examples
- The recessive allele for brown eyes is expressed only when both parents carry the gene.
- A recessive trait only manifests when both parents pass on the recessive allele to their offspring.
- In genetic inheritance, recessive traits are often masked by dominant traits.
- The recessive gene for albinism is present in a small percentage of humans.
- Some genetic disorders, such as cystic fibrosis, are caused by recessive alleles.
- Plant breeders often select for recessive traits to eliminate undesirable characteristics.
- In biology, a recessive gene is only expressed when an individual inherits two copies of that gene.
- Recessive traits can skip generations, only appearing when two carriers happen to mating.
- Geneticists study recessive alleles to understand genetic patterns and predict inheritance patterns.
- The inheritance of recessive traits is a fundamental principle in population genetics and evolution.
FAQs About the word recessive
an allele that produces its characteristic phenotype only when its paired allele is identical, of or pertaining to a recession, (of genes) producing its charact
withdrawn, introverted, lone, shy, retiring, sheepish, unassertive, self-effacing, awkward, coy
sociable, convivial, extraverted, gregarious, immodest, companionable, extroverted, social,outgoing, gregarious
The recessive allele for brown eyes is expressed only when both parents carry the gene.
A recessive trait only manifests when both parents pass on the recessive allele to their offspring.
In genetic inheritance, recessive traits are often masked by dominant traits.
The recessive gene for albinism is present in a small percentage of humans.
