Linkage Map: A map of the relative positions of genetic loci on a chromosome, determined on the basis of how often the loci are inherited together. Distance is measured in centimorgans (cm).

 

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Linkage Map: A map of the relative positions of genetic loci on a chromosome, determined on the basis of how often the loci are inherited together. Distance is measured in centimorgans (cm).

Deletion Mapping: The use of overlapping deletions to localize the position of an unknown gene on a chromosome or linkage map.

Market Access Program (MAP): MAP, previously called the Market Promotion Program, is administered by the Foreign Agricultural Service and uses funds from the Commodity Credit Corporation. It helps producers, exporters, . . . View Full Definition

Modified American Plan ( Map): A meal plan that includes two or more daily meals, usually breakfast and dinner.

Morbid Map: A diagram showing the chromosomal location of genes associated with disease.

Paleocurrent Map: A map that shows the directions of currents at the time of sediment deposition. These directions can be determined through the study of cross bedding, ripple marks, tool marks and other sedi . . . View Full Definition

Mapping Population: The group of related organisms used in constructing a genetic map.

Maple: The hard wood used for the head portion of the lanes (foul line to arrows); see also pine, splice, and dovetails.

Maple Leaf: A gold, silver, or platinum coin minted in Canada that usually trades at slightly more than its current bullion value.

Maples: The pins, because that's the wood they used to be made from.