This is the 983rd most frequent Chinese word.
基因
"基因" means "gene."
The term '基因' here refers to the biological concept of genes as fundamental components in inheritance.
基因是遗传信息的基本单位。
Genes are the basic units of hereditary information.
In this sentence, '基因' describes specific genes identified in scientific research that relates to particular conditions.
这项研究揭示了许多与疾病相关的基因。
This study revealed many genes associated with diseases.
Here, '基因' is metaphorically used to imply inherited traits or natural abilities within a family context.