Map distance is a measurement used in genetics to quantify the relative distance between genes on a chromosome based on the frequency of recombination between them. This distance is typically expressed in centimorgans (cM), where one cM corresponds to a 1% chance of recombination occurring between two genes during meiosis. Understanding map distance helps in determining gene order and the physical layout of genes on chromosomes.
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