noun HSK 6
Traditional 基因突變
genetic mutation · gene mutation
Meaning
A scientific term referring to a permanent alteration in the DNA sequence that makes up a gene. This can occur naturally during cell division or be caused by environmental factors, and may result in changes to an organism's characteristics or traits.
Usage
This is a formal scientific term used in biology, medicine, and genetics contexts. It appears in academic texts, medical discussions, and science education. Native speakers use it when discussing hereditary diseases, evolution, cancer research, or genetic engineering.
Examples
- 01癌症的发生往往与基因突变有关。.The occurrence of cancer is often related to genetic mutations.
- 02科学家们正在研究如何预防有害的基因突变。.Scientists are researching how to prevent harmful genetic mutations.
Characters
Measure words
- 个一个基因突变
- 种几种基因突变
Common collocations
- 基因突变率gene mutation rate
- 发生基因突变genetic mutation occurs
- 导致基因突变cause genetic mutation
- 携带基因突变carry a genetic mutation
Origin
The term combines 基因 (gene, borrowed from English 'gene') with 突变 (mutation, meaning sudden change). 基因 itself was created in early 20th century as a translation for the Western scientific concept.