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New thinking about genetics / edited by Kara Rogers.—1st ed.

p.; cm.—(21st century science)

“In association with Britannica Educational Publishing, Rosen Educational Services.”

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN 978-1-61530-169-0 (eBook)

1. Genetics—Popular works. I. Rogers, Kara. II. Series: 21st century science.

[DNLM: 1. Genetic Phenomena. 2. Philosophy. QU 450 N5325 2010]

QH437.N49 2010

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On the cover: In this composite image, a scientist works on a sample of human genetic material in

front of a backdrop of models of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). DNA is an organic chemical that codes

genetic information so that inherited traits can be transmitted to new generations of an organism.

Frederick Florin/AFP/Getty Images (pipette and hand); www.istockphoto.com / Nicolas

Hansen (DNA).