Gene: One of the complex protein molecules associated with the chromosomes or reproductive cells and acting, as unit in the transmission of specific hereditary characteristics from parent to offspring.
(the complex protein molecules; associated; with the chromosomes or reproductive cells and acting, as unit in the transmission of specific hereditary characteristics from parent to offspring)
the complex protein molecules
associated
with the chromosomes or reproductive cells and acting, as unit in the transmission of specific hereditary characteristics from parent to offspring