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How does your body know the difference between dominant and recessive genes?
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Ever since I took biology in high school I have wondered -- why do humans (and plants and animals) have two of every gene, and why is one "dominant" and the other "recessive"? How does my body know which one is dominant? How does it pick between the
Early Humans Mated With Inbred Neanderthals — at a Cost
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Neanderthals may be long gone, but their genetic footprint lives on - in us.
Why do some people get flushed when they drink?
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It can be embarrassing, but it also may be a survival skill. Why do some people get flushed when they drink? Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Should antibacterial soap be outlawed?
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Should antibacterial soap be outlawed? Read why antibacterial and antimicrobial products may threaten public health and affect your immune system.
How Albinism Works
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About one in 20,000 people in the U.S. has some type of albinism, and more are afflicted outside of the country. So what is it and how does it happen?
Male Breast Cancer Is Rare, But Real
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HowStuffWorks finds out why men get breast cancer, what the symptoms are and how it is treated.
Albino Snake Traits and Health Concerns
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An albino snake will stand out in its natural habitat. Unlike their non-albino counterparts, albino snakes have a genetic mutation that affects the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for the typical coloration in animals. This lack of melanin results in the distinctively pale or white skin and pink or red eyes that are the hallmarks of albinism.
What Is the Atacama Skeleton, and Why Is It So Controversial?
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The Atacama skeleton has sparked intense controversy and, based on its appearance, speculation of alien origin since its discovery in 2003. But what is the real story behind this little skeleton?
How the Shar-Pei Got Its Wrinkles
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The Shar-Pei is one of the most unusual-looking dogs around and has a fascinating history. HowStuffWorks checks out this wrinkly canine.
5 Bobtail Cat Breeds With Endearingly Stubby Tails
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Imagine a cat that looks like it walked out of a wilderness survival show, yet purrs when you scratch behind its ears. That’s the bobtail cat, a feline with a tail that’s just a nub compared to the swishy standard most cats sport.