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Why You Can't Tell Your Race From A DNA Test
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Decoding DNA: The Misinterpretation of Ancestry and Race
This chapter delves into the difference between reference populations and continental ancestry, highlighting that continents are more about political boundaries than biology. It critiques DNA tests for oversimplifying the relationship between ancestry percentages and racial identity, emphasizing the intricate nature of human genetics and the social constructs surrounding race.
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