Factor

/fˈæktɐ/

/ˈfæktɝ/

Factor

NOUN

(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity

one of the things that affects something or contributes to it

an abstract part of something

(mathematics) one of the numbers that another number can be divided by

a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission

an independent variable in statistics

any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together

to factor

VERB

to break down a number or expression into smaller parts that multiply together to produce the original number or expression

consider as relevant when making a decision

be a contributing factor

Example

Economic factors can impact social mobility and access to opportunities within society.

Factors like inadequate nutrition during the antenatal period can impair fetal neurological development.

Environmental factors can inhibit the proper development of plants in certain conditions.

Psychological factors can influence behavior and emotions.

Knowing Rh factor helps in medical procedures.

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