Common Misconceptions About Genetics

Seven decades have passed since scientists proved that DNA is the cornerstone of heredity. Since then, a plethora of new DNA tests, as well as a steady stream of books, news programs, and CSI episodes, have made us comfortable with the idea that each of our cells incorporates three billion base pairs of DNA that we inherited from our parents. These test results can teach us a lot about ourselves. However, there is a significant risk of drawing incorrect conclusions...
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