A linkage map is a genetic map that shows the relative positions of genes on a chromosome based on the frequency of recombination between them during meiosis. It helps researchers understand how genes are inherited together and the distances between them, which are expressed in centiMorgans (cM). This tool is essential for determining gene order and analyzing genetic linkage, crucial for studying inheritance patterns and mapping traits.
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