Nature and Nurture: The Dance of Life

This item is included in the following series/curriculum: Transitions Throughout the Life Span

Grade Level: Senior High (10-12)-Adult
Subjects: Life Science, Psychology
Produced By: Coast Learning Systems
Year: 2003
Country: United States
Language: English
Running Time: 13h

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Explores nature and nurture in development, DNA, genes acting in combination, and the effect that the environment can have on genetic expression. Program Topic: The Beginnings: Heredity and Environment.

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