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  1. Gene - Wikipedia

    The transmission of genes to an organism's offspring is the basis of the inheritance of phenotypic traits from one generation to the next. These genes make up different DNA sequences, …

  2. Gene | Definition, Structure, Expression, & Facts | Britannica

    Dec 4, 2025 · gene; intron and exon Genes are made up of promoter regions and alternating regions of introns (noncoding sequences) and exons (coding sequences). The production of a …

  3. What is a gene?: MedlinePlus Genetics

    May 21, 2024 · A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes are made up of DNA and each chromosome contains many genes.

  4. What Is a Gene? - Cleveland Clinic

    Jul 9, 2025 · What is a gene? Genes are segments of DNA that give your body the instructions for a specific characteristic (trait) or process. DNA is the molecules that make up those …

  5. What Are Genes, DNA, and Chromosomes? - Verywell Health

    Oct 27, 2025 · Genes, DNA, and chromosomes make up the human genome. Learn the role they play in genetics, inheritance, physical traits, and your risk of disease.

  6. Gene

    3 days ago · The gene is considered the basic unit of inheritance. Genes are passed from parents to offspring and contain the information needed to specify physical and biological traits. Most …

  7. Genes: Function, makeup, Human Genome Project, and research

    Jan 11, 2024 · Genes contain instructions for life and survival. New genetic discoveries offer insights into how life works, and hope for preventing and curing diseases.

  8. Genetics Basics | Genomics and Your Health | CDC

    May 15, 2024 · Genetics Basics What to know This page provides information about basic genetic concepts such as DNA, genes, chromosomes, and gene expression. Genes play a role in …

  9. What is a gene? | Definition of a gene - YourGenome

    What is a gene? Genes are small sections of DNA that code for a functional product, like a protein. Our DNA is organised into small sections, called genes. Each gene contains the …

  10. Genes and Chromosomes - Fundamentals - MSD Manual …

    Genes are contained in chromosomes, which are in the cell nucleus. A chromosome contains hundreds to thousands of genes. Every normal human cell contains 23 pairs of chromosomes, …