the study of the molecular constitution of genes and chromosomes
molecular genetics in American English
noun
(functioning as singular)
a subdivision of genetics concerned with the structure and function of genes at the molecular level
Word origin
[1965–70]This word is first recorded in the period 1965–70. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: double-book, isometric exercise, no-fault, overdub, red-eye
Examples of 'molecular genetics' in a sentence
molecular genetics
The field now includes subspecialties from molecular genetics and analytical chemistry to computer imaging.
The Scientist (2000)
It's a tremendous breakthrough with huge implications for molecular genetics.
The Sun (2013)
Here, though, the ongoing advances of molecular genetics may yet hold a few surprises.
The Times Literary Supplement (2014)
The legacy of cytogenetics and early molecular genetics can be lost in the excitement of sequencing and the accompanying enthusiasm.