selfish DNA
English
Noun
- A DNA sequence that spreads by forming additional copies of itself within the genome and makes no specific contribution to the reproductive success of its host organism.
Hyponyms
- transposon
- homing endonuclease gene
- supernumerary B chromosome
Further reading
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