Summarize Evidence from Twin Studies and Adoption Studies on Whether

question 109

Essay

Summarize evidence from twin studies and adoption studies on whether heredity affects intelligence, and discuss the concept of heritability.

---

Definitions:

Primary Spermatocytes

Diploid cells that undergo meiosis I to form two secondary spermatocytes in the male reproductive system.

Spermatogonium

A type of male germ cell that undergoes mitosis to produce primary spermatocytes in the process of spermatogenesis.

Sertoli Cells

Sertoli cells are a type of supporting cell found within the seminiferous tubules of the testes, responsible for nourishing developing sperm cells.

Endometriosis

Condition in which endometrial tissue is located outside of the uterine cavity, causing pain and discomfort.