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Concept: genetic resource in the concept vocabulary

Concept URI http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/3632
Preferred label genetic resource
Definition The gene pool in natural and cultivated stocks of organisms that are available for human exploitation. It is desirable to maintain as diverse a range of organisms as possible, particularly of domesticated cultivars and their ancestors, in order to maintain a wide genetic base. The wider the genetic base, the greater the capacity for adaptation to particular environmental conditions.
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Status Valid
Status Modified 2013-12-05
Accepted Date 2013-12-05
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