7.1 | | Genes and the Environment Mold Traits 1. | | Distinguish between single-gene and
polygenic traits. | 2. | | Define multifactorial traits. |
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7.2 | | Polygenic Traits Are Continuously Varying 3. | | Explain how continuously varying traits
reflect genes and the environment. |
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7.3 | | Traditional Ways to Investigate
Multifactorial Traits 4. | | Explain how empiric risk differs from
calculating a Mendelian frequency. | 5. | | Define heritability. | 6. | | Discuss what studies on adopted
individuals and twins can reveal. |
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7.4 | | Genome-Wide Association Studies 7. | | Explain what a genome-wide association
study can reveal. | 8. | | Discuss limitations of genome-wide
association studies. |
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7.5 | | A Closer Look: Body Weight 9. | | Discuss tools and approaches used to study
body weight. |
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