INBRED Definition Meaning - Merriam-Webster inbred suggests something either acquired from parents by heredity or so deeply rooted and ingrained as to seem acquired in that way
Inbreeding - Wikipedia In order to achieve a mouse strain that is considered inbred, a minimum of 20 sequential generations of sibling matings must occur With each successive generation of breeding, homozygosity in the entire genome increases, eliminating heterozygous loci
Inbreeding | Definition Facts | Britannica Inbreeding, the mating of individuals or organisms that are closely related through common ancestry Inbreeding is useful in the retention of desirable characteristics or the elimination of undesirable ones, but it often results in decreased vigor, size, and fertility of the offspring
Three members of most inbred family in America removed from home Panic as three of America's 'most inbred family' led away: 'they said they were helping' Ray Whittaker, 72; his sister Lorene, 79; and her son Timmy, 46, were led away from the home in Odd, about
What Is Inbreeding? Definition and Genetic Effects - ThoughtCo Inbreeding is the process of mating genetically similar organisms In humans, it's associated with consanguinity and incest, in which close relatives have sexual relationships and children Inbreeding violates modern social norms but is fairly common in animals and plants
What are the effects of inbreeding? - BBC Earth Mice used in lab experiments are often inbred, as the similar genetic structures enable experiments to be repeated Controlling outcomes is also the motivation for inbreeding in the farming industry, with cows being bred to increase milk yields and sheep are careful selected to produce more wool