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unmapped

unmapped

1 8.8
A DNA sequence that scientists cannot place on a reference genome
  • adjective
  • /ʌnˈmæpt/
  • Specialized
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  • Scientists estimate that over 100 million base pairs in the human genome are currently unmapped and require further study.

Examples

  • Again, keyword deege dot unmapped tells this slider right here to control all apps that aren't mapped to a different slider.

  • Many genes in the dataset have been identified but remain unmapped to the reference genome due to insufficient data.

  • Recent research shows that a large portion of the new DNA sequences remains unmapped in the current genomic databases.

Synonyms

unplaced
vsunmapped
  • Specialized
9.3

Not given a position on any chromosome in a genome map

is about sequence reads failing to align to a reference during analysis

Antonyms

to map
  • Specialized
7 7.7

To find the position of a gene or DNA piece on a chromosome

aligned
3.7

In a straight line or in the correct position next to something

Surface Forms

unmapped positive

Morphology

unmapped = mapped (semi-transparent) = un + map + ed

While the negation is clear, the specific genomic context may not be immediately obvious to all learners.

Etymology

The word unmapped in science uses the same parts: un- 'not' and map 'to put in the right place'. It describes short DNA pieces or data that could not be given a place on the standard 'map' of a genome, so they have no known location.