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2. What triggers the onset of puberty?

2. Puberty is triggered by the production of the protein kisspeptin in the hypothalamus, which signals the pituitary gland to release the hormones testosterone,

7. How does the Y chromosome differ from the X chromosome in terms of gene content?

7. The Y chromosome differs from the X chromosome in terms of gene content because it is much smaller and contains fewer genes. The Y chromosome is also found o

4. How does social isolation affect the decision-making process of teens?

4. Unlike small children and adults, feeling socially isolated as a teen creates feelings of intense unworthiness. This, along with their biology, can contribut

9. What is the impact of socialization on the teenage brain?

9. Socialization allows teenagers to be extremely cognizant of friends' joy, sadness, or stress. Teens are more likely to participate in high-risk behavior to g

7. What mental illnesses are more likely to occur during adolescence?

7. Anxiety, depression, and eating disorders are mental illnesses that are more likely to occur during adolescence.

6. What physical changes occur during adolescence?

6. During adolescence, the immune system is highly functioning, teens have increased tolerance to temperature changes, and a high resistance to cancer. Death ra

1. How does the brain change during adolescence?

1. During adolescence, the brain becomes more efficient by cutting away unused grey matter that isn’t 'exercised' by experience, and at the same time increasing

8. What are the advantages of having a teenage brain?

8. The teenage brain has a greater number of synaptic connections, and increased plasticity, which means that it is primed to learn quickly and memorize content

10. Why do teens become obsessed with their favorite bands or shows?

10. The brain of a teenager is primed for learning quickly and memorizing content fast. Teens are passionate and can respond easily to their environment, which

5. What is the role of mitochondrial DNA in inheritance, and how is it different from nuclear DNA?

5. Mitochondrial DNA is inherited solely from the mother and is different from nuclear DNA. Mitochondrial DNA is important because it contains protein coding ge

1. What is the inheritance pattern for red-green color blindness, and how does it differ between males and females?

1. Red-green color blindness is an X-linked disorder, meaning that the gene responsible for it is located on the X chromosome. Males only have one X chromosome

8. What can we learn about our genetics from using 23andMe, and what kinds of traits can be analyzed?

8. 23andMe is a genetic testing service that analyzes DNA from a saliva sample to provide information about ancestry, genetic health risks, and other traits suc

3. How do genetics influence the shape of certain facial features, and how is this related to the health of the child?

3. Genetics influence the shape of certain facial features, such as the end of the nose, the area above and below the lips, cheekbones, and the inner corner of

2. Can balding be solely attributed to inheritance from one parent? What other factors can affect balding?

2. Balding cannot be solely attributed to inheritance from one parent, as other factors such as age, stress, and diet can also affect the condition. However, ge