Find evidence to support your opinion and cite your sources

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Assignment: GENETICS AND HEREDITY

After watching this video and address the topics below in a 2- to 3-page paper.

1. Explain what a genetic mutation is and the difference between inherited mutations versus point mutations.

2. Describe how the technology explained in "Personal DNA Testing" can be used to detect mutations and predict your health.

3. Form an opinion on whether or not you support utilizing genetic mapping to develop personalized medical treatment. Find evidence to support your opinion and cite your sources. What dangers do you see in knowing our personal genome?

Assignment Expectations

This paper should be approximately 2 to 3 pages long and reflect the information contained in the resources provided above. When summarizing the information you read from the Nature website, NOVA video, or any resources you use to support your opinions, be sure to synthesize the information into your own words, and cite the references. Please use complete sentences and write your paper in essay format using subheadings to organize the required topics. Include an intro and conclusion as well.

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