PHENOCOPY
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Phenocopy.
Phenocopy - as a noun
A variation in an organism that resembles a genetic one, but has an environmental rather than a genetic cause, and is not inherited
Phenocopy - as a verb
To copy a genetic variation through environmental manipulation
Example Sentences
"A phenocopy is an individual that exhibits a particular trait or disorder, but does not have the underlying genetic mutation responsible for it."
"The phenomenon of a phenocopy can occur due to environmental factors or other non-genetic causes."
"In some cases, a phenocopy can be mistaken for a true genetic mutation."
"A phenocopy can be artificially induced in an organism through experimental manipulation."
"The concept of phenocopy helps in understanding complex genetic traits."
Word Game Points
Is PHENOCOPY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, phenocopy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PHENOCOPY has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is PHENOCOPY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, phenocopy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPHENOCOPY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is PHENOCOPY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, phenocopy is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPHENOCOPY has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
