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Sakhile Leesum Mncube
on Dec 21, 2024Verified
Dizygotic twins:
A) are also called "identical" twins.
B) develop from the same fertilized egg.
C) are as genetically similar as other siblings.
D) are genetically more similar than other siblings.
Dizygotic Twins
Also known as fraternal twins, these siblings are born from two different eggs fertilized by two different sperm cells, sharing about 50% of their genes.
Identical
Having the exact same genetic makeup or being exactly alike in every detail.
Genetically Similar
Refers to organisms or entities that share a high degree of genetic material or DNA sequences with each other.
- Discern the variances in genetic similarity amongst monozygotic and dizygotic twins.
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Learning Objectives
- Discern the variances in genetic similarity amongst monozygotic and dizygotic twins.