Terms used on the Crop Genebank Knowledge Base.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Microarray |
Also known as DNA chip. A high throughput screening technique based on the hybridization between oligonucleotide probes and either DNA or mRNA, carried out on miniaturized reaction surfaces. |
| Micropylar region |
The point on a seed that was the orifice (pore) of the ovule. |
| Microsatellite |
A molecular marker technique that targets tandem repeats of a small (1???6 base pairs) nucleotide repeat motif. |
| Microsatellite DNA |
A type of repetitive DNA based on very short repeats such as dinucleotides |
| Migration |
Movement of individuals between otherwise reproductively isolated populations. |
| Minisatellites |
A molecular marker technique that targets tandem repeats of a large (10???50 base pairs) nucleotide repeat motif. |
| MLS |
Multilateral system |
| Moisture content (wet-weight basis) |
The weight of free moisture divided by the weight of water plus dry matter expressed as a percentage. |
| Monitoring |
The periodic checking of accessions for viability and quantity. |
| Monitoring interval |
The period of storage between monitoring tests. |
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