Genetics: A Conceptual Approach
Genetics: A Conceptual Approach
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781319050962
Author: Benjamin A. Pierce
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 21.3, Problem 7TPSQ
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Toexplain:

The statement “monozygotic twins are genetically identical” is a correct statement or not.

Introduction:

Monozygotic twins are the genetically identical twins developed from one egg which is fertilized by a single sperm that further divides and give rise to two zygotes. Monozygotic twins have identical DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) base sequences therefore they are genetically identical to each other

Summary Introduction

To argue:

For or against the statement “ monozygotic twins are genetically identical”.

Introduction:

Monozygotic twins are the genetically identical twins because they have the indistinguishable nucleotide sequence. Monozygotic twins are produced when one egg is fertilized by a single sperm that further divides and give rise to two zygotes, leading monozygotic twins.

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