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What is heretibility?

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∙ 12y ago
Updated: 5/1/2024

I believe you are referring to heritability, which is the concept used in debates about nature versus nurture.For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated below this answer box.

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What do researchers mean when they talk about the heretibility of traits?

Heritability refers to the proportion of variation in a trait among individuals in a population that can be attributed to genetic differences. It is a statistical estimate that ranges from 0 to 1, where a heritability of 0 indicates that genetics do not contribute to trait variation, while a heritability of 1 suggests that genetics explain all the variation. Importantly, heritability is specific to a particular population and environment, meaning it doesn't apply universally across different contexts. Researchers use this concept to understand the genetic influence on traits such as height, intelligence, and susceptibility to certain diseases.


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