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linkage
The occurrence together on the same chromosome of two or more genes and/or gene markers. Linked genes are normally transmitted together from generation to generation. These genes are said to be in coupling. Examples of genes linked to the male sex chromosome include those for red-green color blindness and hemophilia.
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• GENETICS AND HEREDITYSource: National Human Genome Research Institute
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