What Field of Research Investigates the Relative Effects of Heredity

question 308

Multiple Choice

What field of research investigates the relative effects of heredity and environment on behaviour and ability?

• A) behavioural genetics
• B) physiology
• C) genetics
• D) biology

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Definitions:

Embryonic Development

The process by which an embryo forms and develops, from the single-cell zygote stage to the establishment of body plan and organogenesis.

Hollow Ball

An early stage in embryonic development in many animals characterized by a spherical layer of cells surrounding a fluid-filled cavity.

Blastula

A preliminary phase in the development of embryos in animals, distinguished by a spherical formation made up of hollow cells.

Embryonic Development

The process by which an embryo forms and develops, starting from the fertilization of the egg to the fetus stage.