Transposon

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012267",
  "term": "Transposon",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A segment of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) that can move from one location to another within a genome, often referred to as a 'jumping gene.' These mobile genetic elements can insert themselves into different genes, potentially causing mutations or altering gene expression. Transposons are found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "see_also": [
    "deoxyribonucleic acids",
    "chromosome",
    "gene",
    "plasmid",
    "resistance"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1992, 64, 143. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in biotechnology (IUPAC Recommendations 1992)' on page 167 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199264010143)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/transposon/"
}