1. relating to or formed by processes occurring near the Earth’s surface under conditions of low temperature and pressure
Usage: geology

1. a cluster of closely linked genes that are inherited together as a single unit
Usage: genetics
2. a mineral deposit formed by weathering and oxidation processes near the Earth’s surface
Usage: geology

Examples

• The supergene enrichment zone contained high concentrations of copper minerals.
• Supergene processes created secondary minerals in the weathered rock.
• The butterfly’s wing patterns are controlled by a supergene that prevents recombination.
• Scientists studied the supergene responsible for the flower’s color polymorphism.
• Supergene alteration of the ore deposit occurred over millions of years.
• The supergene zone extended several meters below the surface.
• Researchers identified a supergene linking multiple traits in the population.