"genomic plasticity" meaning in English

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Noun

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
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