Polygenic control

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009140",
  "term": "Polygenic control",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The genetic regulation of a trait or characteristic by the combined action of multiple genes, rather than a single gene. These genes often interact with environmental factors to produce a continuous range of phenotypes. Examples include human height, skin color, and susceptibility to many complex diseases.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 929 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/polygenic-control/"
}