ERIC Number: EJ752477
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004-Feb
Pages: 5
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ISSN: ISSN-0047-231X
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Two Peas in a Pod?: A Case of Questionable Twins
Welsh, Paul
Journal of College Science Teaching, v33 n4 p23-27 Feb 2004
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.)
Descriptors: Twins, Genetics, Case Studies, Teaching Methods, Science Education, Birth, Racial Factors, Ethics, Legal Responsibility, College Science, Laboratory Procedures
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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