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SIO458: How Eye Color Reveals the Complexity of Genetics

Serious Inquiries Only

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The Genetics of Eye Color

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between genetics and eye color, highlighting the flow of genetic information from DNA to protein synthesis. Using engaging analogies, the discussion illustrates how variations in melanin production result in different eye colors and their evolutionary implications. It also examines the complexity of genetic mutations and their interactions in determining traits like blue eyes, uncovering the nuanced interplay of multiple genes rather than simple dominance.

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