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Nature vs. Nurture
- The nature versus nurture debate is often framed as a dichotomy, but it's more complex.
- Parents, biology, and societal factors all play a role in shaping personality.
Smoking and Lung Cancer
- Smoking, a heritable behavior, is a major cause of lung cancer.
- This demonstrates how heritability doesn't equate to biology, as social factors play a crucial role.
Myopia and Glasses
- Inherited myopia can be fully corrected by wearing glasses, an environmental intervention.
- This shows how environmental factors can negate heritable traits' impact.