die Erbsubstanz
Translation
genetic material, hereditary substance
Examples
Die Erbsubstanz enthält alle genetischen Informationen.
The genetic material contains all genetic information.
Forscher analysieren die Erbsubstanz von Viren.
Researchers analyze the genetic material of viruses.
Grammar Patterns
to analyze/examine/alter the genetic material The researchers analyze the genetic material.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Erbmaterial, das Genmaterial, die DNA
Etymology
Composed of 'Erb-' (from 'erben', to inherit) and 'Substanz' (substance). Literally 'inheritance substance'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'substance' that carries the 'inheritance' (Erbe) from your parents.