These Two Sisters are Twins. What
questions do you have?
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How is this possible?
• Now that we know the sisters are biological
twins and share the same father, develop an
explanation to how they can be twins, yet so
different.
• You may create a model, sketch a diagram, or
use sentences to create your explanation.
Meiosis – Producing Gamete Cells
Meiosis Male vs Female
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Trisomy 21
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Genetic Disorder Mini Poster
• Student will pick a Genetic Disorder of their
choosing (Trisomy 21 is not allowed)
• Research and answer the following on your
mini – poster
– Name of Disorder
– Type of Genetic Mutation that causes disorder
with explanation
– Symptoms/Problems of Disorder
– Any possible treatment or cures