Influence of genes on our intelligence .
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Intelligence is a characteristic that is influenced by two factors- genetic and environmental. It is a polygenic trait i.e. it is controlled by number of genes. According to a report, gene responsible for intelligence is located on X chromosome which makes mother a higher contributor for IQ of the child (since mother has two X chromosomes).
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Intelligence is a characteristic that is influenced by two factors- genetic and environmental. It is a polygenic trait i.e. it is controlled by number of genes. According to a report, gene responsible for intelligence is located on X chromosome which makes mother a higher contributor for IQ of the child (since mother has two X chromosomes).
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