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Question: How
many pairs of chromosomes make up the nucleus of every
human cell?
Answer: The nuclei of human cells contain 23
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To learn more about human genes and how you
inherit your eye color, physical characteristics, and more, try this
web site:
http://users.rcn.com/jkimball.ma.ultranet/BiologyPages/S/SexChromosomes.html
Quick Fact: Aristotle, in the
4th century B.C., proposed that blood was
passed from parent to offspring, carrying
various characteristics with it. This is
believed to be the origin of the term "blood relative".
Learn More about this topic.
Body and
Mind is
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ways to make their bodies and minds healthier,
stronger, and safer.
Kids
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children from before birth through adolescence.
It was created by the Nemours Foundations
for Children's Health Media.
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to teach children about the connection
between their health and the environment, and to encourage
children to pursue careers and health, science
and the environment.
ATTENTION TEACHERS!
Free Curriculum
Suppliments for
grades K-12 are available ffrom the National Institutes of Health. Home-schoolers
can also request copies.
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