I studied Biology in college and
loved genetics. However, there are constantly new studies being done. I learned something new this week
all because my students got into a debate of whether identical twins truly have
the same DNA. Some said yes, some said no. Both sides had a great reasons to
back themselves up. What were the results of the research? Well, scientists
knew that identical twins could express genes differently but their studies
showed while they have VERY similar DNA, they don't have the exact same DNA.
Identical twin don't have identical DNA. Being a teacher means I get to
constantly keep learning. :) I have also wondered why identical twins didn't look
exactly identical. I knew there were facts that turned some genes on and some
off, but I didn't know they could actually have some differences in their DNA.
God is such an awesome designer!
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