Genetics in a Nutshell
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Learn the basics of genetic inheritance in humans. Just what are genes and chromosomes, and how do they work to transmit genetic traits to your offspring? What are some traits that follow simple Mendelian genetics? What are some types of transmittance that are not so simple, such as multiple genes affecting a single trait, traits only shown by males, one gene affecting other genes, and gene effects that are influenced by the environment?
Bill Blaker
Bill Blaker is retired after a 45-year career as a research scientist and university professor. He has received teaching awards from Virginia Tech and Furman University. He has taught university courses in general science, biology, anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, neuroscience, English composition, statistics, and philosophy. Now, he teaches anything he finds interesting.