phenotype

phenotype definition - medical

phe·no·type (fēˈnə-tīpˌ)

noun
  1. The observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, as determined by both genetic makeup and environmental influences.
  2. The expression of a specific trait, such as stature or blood type, based on genetic and environmental influences.
  3. An individual or group of organisms exhibiting a particular phenotype.

Related Forms:

  • pheˌno·typˈic (-tĭpˈĭk) adjective

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