Phenomena and Processes

Genetic Selection

Differential and non-random reproduction of different genotypes, operating to alter the gene frequencies within a population.

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Abstract

Differential and non-random reproduction of different genotypes, operating to alter the gene frequencies within a population.

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Selection, Genetic
  • Natural Selection
  • Selection, Natural

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5 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings drug effects, genetics, immunology, physiology, radiation effects.

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History Note

68; NATURAL SELECTION was indexed under EVOLUTION 1978

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Previous Indexing

  • Genetics (1966-1967)
  • Genetics, Population (1966-1967)

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  1. G05.783

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QU 520

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Genetic Selection. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D012641. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D012641
  2. Genetic Selection. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q17232534