EX) The mutation limits the OCA2 gene, restricting production of melanin in the eye.
I read this sentence from an article, and shouldn't there be the definite artilce before 'production'? Because the production is being specified by 'of'?
Top answer
The can be used but it is unnecessary. The sentence can also read ' restricting melanin production in the eye '.
— Mister Micawber
The can be used but it is unnecessary.
The sentence can also read ' restricting melanin production in the eye '.
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