Meaning & use
genetics
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The branch of biology that studies genes, heredity, and variation among organisms.
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Advances in genetics have made it possible to identify inherited diseases early.
She's studying genetics to understand why certain traits run in families.
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Refers to the scientific field itself; 'genetic' is the adjective used to describe things related to genes.
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