The Role of Genes

Why do people look like their parents? What is a double helix? Are mutations helpful or harmful? The visually stimulating 'Sci-Hi' books take learning science core curriculum to a whole new exciting level. Each title explores an area of life, physical, or earth science in a way that is both engaging and comprehensive.

Eve Hartman, Ph.D., is a biochemist and a veteran writer and editor of science textbooks. Wendy Meshbesher is a freelance writer and editor.

Genes	p. 4
Classifying Traits	p. 6
Genes and Chromosomes	p. 10
Genes and DNA	p. 14
Mutations	p. 18
Gregor Mendel	p. 20
Predicting Traits	p. 26
Human Traits	p. 30
Genetic Disorders and Diseases	p. 32
Selective Breeding	p. 34
Amazing Pets!	p. 36
Genes in the News	p. 38
Role of Genes Review	p. 42
Glossary	p. 44
Further Information	p. 47
Index	p. 48
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