Mendelian gene

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007174",
  "term": "Mendelian gene",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A theoretical unit of heredity that is inferred from its observable phenotypic effects and follows the principles of segregation and independent assortment as described by Gregor Mendel. This classical concept defines a gene by its function in producing a trait, without reference to its underlying molecular structure. The existence and identity of a Mendelian gene are deduced from the statistical patterns of inheritance of a specific characteristic across generations.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "Mendelian inheritance"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 776 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/mendelian-gene/"
}