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Genes are the fundamental units of heredity from "summary" of El gen / The Gene: An Intimate History by Siddhartha Mukherjee

Genes, those intricate units of inheritance that weave the fabric of life, are the very essence of our biological being. They are the blueprint that guides the development and functioning of every living organism, from the tiniest microbe to the most complex human being. Within the nucleus of each cell, genes hold the key to our physical characteristics, our susceptibility to diseases, and even our behaviors and personalities. In the intricate dance of heredity, genes are passed down from generation to generation, carrying within them the genetic information that defines who we are. They determine everything from the color of our eyes to our risk of developing certain diseases. Through the process of reproduction, genes are shuffled and recombined, creating an endless array of genetic possibilities that make each individual unique. But ge...
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    El gen / The Gene: An Intimate History

    Siddhartha Mukherjee

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