amorphic

amorphic

English

Etymology

    From a- + -morphic.

    Pronunciation

    • IPA(key): /ˌəˈmɔːɹfɪk/
    • Rhymes: -ɔː(ɹ)fɪk

    Adjective

    amorphic (comparative more amorphic, superlative most amorphic)

    1. Having no defined shape, lacking form; amorphous.
    2. (genetics, of a mutation) Causing a complete loss of gene function.

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    References

    • Muller, HJ (1932) Further studies on the nature and causes of gene mutations. Proceedings of the 6th International Congress of Genetics, pp 213-255.

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