allelic series

An allelic series refers to the range of different versions (alleles) of a specific gene within a population. These variations can produce different effects on an organism's traits or functions. For example, certain alleles might lead to a trait being expressed strongly, weakly, or not at all. Studying an allelic series helps scientists understand how genetic differences influence biology and how genes can produce a spectrum of outcomes rather than just a single effect. It provides insight into the complexity of genetic variation and its role in diversity and disease.