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Traits are inherited through genes from "summary" of The Origin of Species by Charles Darwin

In the natural world, we observe that living beings often exhibit certain traits that are passed down from one generation to the next. These traits can manifest in various forms, such as physical characteristics or behavioral tendencies. The question arises: how are these traits inherited through the generations?The answer lies in the study of genetics, a field that was not fully understood during my time but has since shed light on the mechanisms of heredity. Genes, the units of heredity, are responsible for transmitting traits from parents to offspring. These genes are passed down through reproductive cells, ensuring that the next generation inherits a combination of genetic material from both parents. Through the process of sexual reproduction, genetic information is shuffled and recombined, leading to variations in traits among offspring. This variab...
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    The Origin of Species

    Charles Darwin

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