Consanguinity
Consanguinity (kɒnˌsæŋˈɡwɪnɪti) is a term used in genetics and anthropology to refer to the property of being from the same kinship as another person. In that aspect, consanguinity is the quality of being descended from the same ancestor as another person.
Etymology
The word consanguinity is derived from the Latin word consanguinitas. The term is made up of con, meaning 'with' or 'together', and sanguis, meaning 'blood'.
Definition
Consanguinity refers to the genetic closeness of two individuals. It is the measure of how closely individuals are related to each other. The closer the biological relationship between two people, the higher the degree of consanguinity.
Degrees of Consanguinity
The degree of consanguinity between individuals is used to determine the prohibition of marriage in many cultures and legal systems, as well as to determine inheritance rights. The degree of consanguinity is calculated using a coefficient of relationship, which measures the proportion of genes that two relatives share.
Related Terms
- Inbreeding: The production of offspring from the mating or breeding of individuals or organisms that are closely related genetically.
- Endogamy: The practice of marrying within a specific social group, caste, or ethnic group, rejecting others on such a basis.
- Exogamy: The social norm of marrying outside one's social group. The group defines the scope and extent of exogamy, and the rules and enforcement mechanisms that ensure its continuity.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Consanguinity
- Wikipedia's article - Consanguinity
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