Meaning of the German Word "Rezessiv"

rezessiv

recessive

(In genetics) relating to a gene not expressed when a dominant gene is present.

Example Sentence

Blaue Augen sind ein rezessives genetisches Merkmal.

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Definition: (In genetics) relating to a gene not expressed when a dominant gene is present.

Word Information

What is the CEFR level of the word "rezessiv"?

C1

What grammatical category does "rezessiv" have?

Adjective

Which vocabulary topic does "rezessiv" belong to?

Science