Definition of «heritable»

The term heritable refers to something that can be passed down from one generation to another through genetic inheritance. This means that certain traits or characteristics, such as physical appearance, behavioral patterns, and even diseases, can be inherited by offspring from their parents due to the presence of specific genes in their DNA. In other words, heritable refers to something that is passed down through bloodlines and can be traced back for generations.

Phrases with «heritable»

Sentences with «heritable»

An experimental assisted reproduction technique that could allow some families to avoid having children with certain types of heritable disease should be allowed to go forward in the United States, provided it proceeds slowly and cautiously. (sciencemag.org)
One highly heritable disease, Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy, causes painful corneal swelling and blurred vision. (sciencedaily.com)
Evolution — the change in heritable traits over successive generations — has long served as one of the central tenets of biology. (casw.org)
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