Two Peas in a Pod?: A Case of Questionable Twins
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| Title: | Two Peas in a Pod?: A Case of Questionable Twins |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Welsh, Paul |
| Source: | Journal of College Science Teaching. Feb 2004 33(4):23-27. |
| Availability: | National Science Teachers Association. 1840 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201-3000. Tel: 800-722-6782; Fax: 703-243-3924; e-mail: membership@nsta.org; Web site: http://www.nsta.org |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 5 |
| Publication Date: | 2004 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Descriptive |
| Education Level: | Higher Education |
| Descriptors: | Twins, Genetics, Case Studies, Teaching Methods, Science Education, Birth, Racial Factors, Ethics, Legal Responsibility, College Science, Laboratory Procedures |
| ISSN: | 0047-231X |
| Abstract: | Based on an actual event, this case study focuses on problems associated with reproductive technologies. It tells the story of the "Jones" who, after in vitro fertilization, discovered that their fraternal twins were less similar in appearance than one would expect two brothers to be. Students work in teams to unravel the mystery using DNA profiling. Related issues include the right to medical information, the implications of human error, and racism. (Contains 2 figures.) |
| Abstractor: | Author |
| Number of References: | 7 |
| Entry Date: | 2007 |
| Access URL: | https://www.nsta.org/college#journal |
| Accession Number: | EJ752477 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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