zebrafish genome

The zebrafish genome refers to all the genetic material—DNA—that makes up the zebrafish, a small freshwater fish widely used in scientific research. Its genome contains approximately 1.5 billion base pairs and around 26,000 genes, which are instructions for building and maintaining the organism. Zebrafish genes are similar to human genes, making them valuable for studying human diseases, development, and genetics. Sequencing the zebrafish genome helps scientists understand how genes work, how genetic differences affect health, and can lead to advancements in medicine.