polymorphism
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However, there have not been decisive links between feather colour polymorphism and different environments until now.
From Science Daily • Feb. 14, 2024
That third method, used in genealogical testing, is called single nucleotide polymorphism, and it looks at thousands of binding sites in DNA compared to the 25 to 30 sites an STR analyzes.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 11, 2023
Certain regions of the chromosome that are subject to polymorphism will lead to the generation of the unique banding pattern.
From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022
If a known polymorphism is detected, they can alter the dose or avoid certain drugs altogether if they don't work as well as they should or are more likely to cause side effects.
From Salon • Oct. 10, 2021
The Malayan Papilionidæ exhibit some very curious instances of polymorphism, some of which have been recorded as varieties, others as distinct species; and they all occur in the female sex.
From Contributions to the Theory of Natural Selection A Series of Essays by Wallace, Alfred Russel
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