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Genetics Worksheet
Genetics Worksheet
Genetics Worksheet
The information in these notes may be used to explore how genetics effect behavior, but be aware that we are considering a very complex area of science. Introductory Tutorial: University of Utah tutorial. Please complete the table below: http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/begin/tour/ What is DNA?
What is a Gene?
What is a Chromosome?
What is Heredity?
What is a Trait?
Tutorial Cold Spring Lab: Learn more about one specific genetic disorder & complete table: http://www.ygyh.org/ Name of the Disorder:
How is it inherited?
How is it diagnosed?
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Genetics
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Extension work:
Ethics: Genetics and Human Behaviour: The ethical context: http://www.nuffieldbioethics.org/sites/default/files/Genetics%20and%20human%20behaviour.pdf
Time Magazine: Why your DNA isnt your destiny: http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1952313,00.html University of Utah: Epigenetics web site: http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/epigenetics/ Patricia George / Ardingly College / IB Psychology / Genetics Worksheet
With reference to relevant research studies, to what extent does genetic inheritance affect behaviour?
Select two behaviours and consider the relevant research studies when addressing this question: Behaviour 1: Behaviour 2: Behaviour 3: Behaviour 4: Schizophrenia Depression Aggression Intelligence