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What is heredity primarily responsible for?
What is heredity primarily responsible for?
- Passing traits from parent to offspring through genes (correct)
- The ability to adapt to environmental changes
- Determining a child's educational opportunities
- Influencing societal norms and culture
Which characteristic is suggested to have a hereditary basis?
Which characteristic is suggested to have a hereditary basis?
- Intelligence (correct)
- Artistic talent
- Empathy levels
- Social skills
How can the environment influence genetic predispositions?
How can the environment influence genetic predispositions?
- By eliminating certain genes from the population.
- By changing the genetic makeup of individuals.
- By modifying how genetic traits are expressed. (correct)
- It cannot influence them at all.
What might hinder a child with elite intelligence genes from reaching their full potential?
What might hinder a child with elite intelligence genes from reaching their full potential?
What encompasses all external factors affecting an individual's development?
What encompasses all external factors affecting an individual's development?
Flashcards
Heredity
Heredity
The passing of traits from parents to offspring through genes.
Genes
Genes
Instructions for traits passed from parents to offspring.
Environment's effect on traits
Environment's effect on traits
External factors like family, culture, and education can change how genes are expressed.
Intelligence and Heredity
Intelligence and Heredity
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Genetic Predisposition
Genetic Predisposition
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Study Notes
Heredity
- Heredity is the transmission of traits from parents to offspring through genes.
- Each person inherits a unique combination of genes, influencing various characteristics.
- These characteristics include physical traits (e.g., eye color, height), disease susceptibility, and aspects of personality and intelligence.
- Research suggests intelligence is heritable, with genes explaining 40-80% of the variation in IQ among individuals.
Environment
- Environment encompasses all external factors impacting development, including family, culture, education, and socioeconomic background.
- Environmental influences can significantly modify genetic predispositions.
- For example, a child genetically predisposed to high intelligence may not reach their full intellectual potential if raised in an environment with limited educational opportunities.
- Conversely, supportive and enriching environments can enhance genetic potential.
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