Schizophrenia Is Likely the Result of Genetic and Environmental Factors

question 45

Essay

Schizophrenia is likely the result of genetic and environmental factors. Outline 2 specific research findings that speak to whether genetics or the environment contributes to the schizophrenic phenotype.

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Definitions:

Wire Gauge

A measure of the thickness of a wire, often used in determining current capacity or electrical resistance.

Diameter

Straight line extending across the center of a circle from circumference to circumference. The diameter of a circle is two times its radius.

Potential Difference

The difference in electric potential between two points, which drives the flow of electric current in a circuit.