"genomic plasticity" meaning in All languages combined

See genomic plasticity on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} genomic plasticity (uncountable)
  1. (biology, genetics) The alterable nature of prokaryotic genomes that enables the fluid exchange of DNA from one microorganism to another and allows prokaryotes to adapt their genomes rapidly so they can survive changes in environmental conditions. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Biology, Genetics
    Sense id: en-genomic_plasticity-en-noun-4pZMNqHo Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: biology, genetics, medicine, natural-sciences, sciences

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