copy number
"Copy number" has important implications in genetics for understanding gene duplication and variation, and in libraries for cataloging specific works.
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Definition
C1Genetics
(technical, academic)The count of how many times a specific gene or DNA sequence appears in the genome of an organism.
Example
- Scientists measured the copy number of the gene to study its impact on the disease.
- Variations in copy number can lead to genetic disorders.
B2Library Science
(technical, academic)The unique identification number given to a particular copy of a book or other work in a library.
Example
- Each book in the library has a copy number for easy cataloging.
- The librarian checked the copy number to locate the specific edition requested.
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