Which Parent Contributes More to Your Genetics?

Discover how genetics are inherited from both parents and which traits may dominate in this fascinating exploration of heredity.

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You inherit 50% of your genetics from each parent, but which traits dominate can vary. Some traits are influenced by complex combinations of genes. For instance, mitochondrial DNA is only inherited from your mother. However, dominant and recessive genes play a significant role, meaning you could exhibit more noticeable traits from one parent over the other.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Do I inherit more traits from my mother or father? You inherit 50% of your genetics from each parent, but the expression of traits can vary due to dominant and recessive genes.
  2. What is mitochondrial DNA? Mitochondrial DNA is inherited only from the mother and plays a crucial role in cell function and energy production.
  3. How do dominant and recessive genes work? Dominant genes can mask the effect of recessive genes, leading to specific traits being expressed more visibly.

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