Splicing target Crossword Clue

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Splicing target Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SPLICING (noun)
1. a junction where two things (as paper or film or magnetic tape) have been joined together
TARGET (noun)
1. the location of the target that is to be hit
2. the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
TARGET (verb)
1. intend (something) to move towards a certain goal

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