Why is my hair red? Basic principles of inheritance
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Explores the basic principles of inheritance such as when a child has red hair while the parents do not.
This video explores the basic principles of inheritance through a case study of a young girl curious about why she has red hair while her parents do not. It also explains some traits red hair is often associated with such as pale skin and freckles. The video is intended for children ages 12 to 13 (grades 7 and 8) to answer some of their questions about genetics.
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