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Genetic Marker: A gene or other identifiable portion of dna whose inheritance can be followed.

Lane Markers: Range finders (alley sights) and foot guide lines.

Marker: (also 'ball marker') usually a small, flat object (like a dime) used to mark the ball's position (usually, but not exclusively, on the green) while other players putt and/or the ball is cleaned

Markers: (also 'tee markers, blocks, tee blocks') two objects that indicate the foreward boundary of the teeing area

Microbial Genetics: The study of genes and gene function in bacteria, archaea, and other microorganisms. Often used in research in the fields of bioremediation, alternative energy, and disease prevention.

Genetics: The study of the structure and function of genes and the transmission of genes from parents to offspring.

Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO): A term, currently used most often in international trade discussions, that designates crops that carry new traits that have been inserted through advanced genetic engineering methods (e.g., . . . View Full Definition

Genetic Testing: Analyzing an individual's genetic material to determine predisposition to a particular health condition or to confirm a diagnosis of genetic disease.

Genetic Variation: A phenotypic variance of a trait in a population attributed to genetic heterogeneity.

Genetic-Based Discrimination: The practice of requesting or requiring genetic testing information during the hiring process or using genetic testing information to base any other employment decisions or actions.