Phenomena and Processes

Genome Size

The amount of DNA (or RNA) in one copy of a genome.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

Structured Summary

Abstract

The amount of DNA (or RNA) in one copy of a genome.

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Genome Sizes
  • Size, Genome
  • Sizes, Genome

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Aspects Covered

5 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings drug effects, genetics, immunology, physiology, radiation effects.

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History Note

2012

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Previous Indexing

  • Genome or specifics (1974-2011)

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  1. G05.360w.340w.037w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Genome Size. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D059646. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D059646
  2. Genome Size. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genome_size
  3. Genome Size. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q3180866