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Chapter 27: Human Genetics
 
A Gene Map of The Human Genome
This site includes information about the genes on each human chromosome. Click on a number for an individual chromosome to find out what traits are found there. What juvenile disease can be traced to Chromosome 6?

Human Genome Project Information
This site has information about the Human Genome Project, including frequently asked questions and the results of new research. Approximately how many genes are found in human DNA?

Amniocentesis
The process of amniocentesis is described here. What is the most common reason for chromosome analysis through amniocentesis?

Color Blindness, Morton Plant Mease Health Care
You can visit this site for a description of hereditary color blindness. What is the primary cause of defects in color vision?

Dyslexia
This is a site that describes dyslexia and how to treat the disorder. Click on The Gift of Dyslexia to learn more about how people with dyslexia can learn to read.

 


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