supergene

¹

[ soo-per-jeen ]

adjective

, Geology.

1. formed by descending waters, as mineral or ore deposits ( hypogene ).

supergene

²

[ soo-per-jeen ]

noun

, Genetics.

1. a portion of a chromosome consisting of linked genes that act as a single unit of inheritance.

Word History and Origins

Origin of supergene¹

1945–50; super- + -gene, as in hypogene

Origin of supergene²

First recorded in 1945–50; super- + gene

Example Sentences

Ores consisting mainly of secondary sulphides are also called supergene ores (p. 33).

From Project Gutenberg

Supergene enrichment has generally been treated as a continuously progressive process.

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