Genetics

=﻿Genetics: a part of all species and responsible for passing on traits; along with natural selection, genetics allows for certain traits to be passed on and for adaption to occur. Without genes, life would not exist! = =Why else is it important? Well, by understanding genes and their mutations, we can understand and possibly cure genetically inherited diseases! =

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__**﻿Please read this article on genetic testing for inherited diseases such as Sickle Cell Disease:**__ "People with sickle cell disease have red blood cells that contain mostly hemoglobin* S, an abnormal type of hemoglobin. Sometimes these red blood cells become sickle-shaped (crescent shaped) and have difficulty passing through small blood vessels. ([])======

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