Definition

Relating to the process of genetic recombination, where genetic material is rearranged or mixed to create new combinations.

Example

The study focused on recombinational processes in DNA to understand genetic diversity.

Conversation

I recently read about recombinational genetics in a science magazine.

Oh really? That sounds interesting! What did you learn?

It explained how genes can mix during reproduction, leading to new traits.

That's fascinating! I never knew genetics could be so complex.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recombinational → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again), "com-" (meaning together), and "binare" (from Latin, meaning to combine). The word refers to the process of combining elements again or anew, particularly in a genetic context.

Memory Tip

Think of 're-' meaning again and 'com-' meaning together, which helps you remember that 'recombinational' refers to the process of combining things again.

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