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What is the significance of the σ subunit?


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Genetic Basis

The foundation of traits, characteristics, and diseases as determined by the genetic information encoded in DNA.

Complex Traits

Traits that are influenced by multiple genes and often by environmental factors as well, showing continuous variation within a population.

Heritability

The percentage of variability in a specific characteristic within a population that is due to genetic inheritance.

Phenotypic Variation

The differences in appearance and behavior among individuals of the same species, due to genetic and environmental influences.

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