Definition

Relating to or occurring within a gene.

Example

The researchers studied intragenic mutations to understand their effects on protein function.

Conversation

Have you heard about the concept of intragenic mutations?

Yeah, I read something about how they can affect gene function.

Right! It's fascinating how changes within a gene can lead to different traits.

Totally! It shows just how complex genetics really is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intragenic → It is formed from "intra-" (meaning within) and "genic" (from Greek "genes", meaning born of or produced by). The word "intragenic" refers to something that occurs within a gene.

Memory Tip

Think of something that happens 'within' ('intra-') a gene ('genic') — that's what intragenic means.

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