Gene library

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Gene Library

A Gene Library (pronounced: /dʒiːn ˈlaɪ.brər.i/) is a collection of the total genomic DNA from a single organism. The DNA is stored in a population of identical vectors, each containing a different insert of DNA.

Etymology

The term "Gene Library" is derived from the English words "gene" and "library". The word "gene" (pronounced: /dʒiːn/) comes from the Greek word "genos" meaning "race, kind", while "library" (pronounced: /ˈlaɪ.brər.i/) is derived from the Latin word "liber" meaning "book".

Related Terms

  • Genome: The complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism.
  • Vector (molecular biology): A DNA molecule used as a vehicle to artificially carry foreign genetic material into another cell.
  • DNA: Deoxyribonucleic acid, a self-replicating material which is present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes. It is the carrier of genetic information.
  • Organism: An individual animal, plant, or single-celled life form.

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