PSYCH 210 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Caesarean Section, Allosome, Prenatal Diagnosis
2 Feb 2017
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2. 1 describe how genes and chromosomes provide our basic genetic endowment. 2. 3 describe how the sex of a child is determined. 2. 4 explain the mechanisms by which genes transmit information. 2. 7 describe the role of genetic counselors and differentiate between different forms of prenatal testing. 2. 8 explain how the environment and genetics work together to determine human characteristics. 2. 9 summarize the methods by which researchers study the interaction of genetic and environmental factors in development. 2. 10 examine how genetics and the environment jointly influence physical traits, intelligence, and personality. 2. 11 describe ways in which genes influence the environment. 2. 13 summarize the three stages of prenatal development. 2. 14 describe major physical and ethical challenges that relate to pregnancy. 2. 15 analyze threats to the fetal environment, and explain what can be done about them. 2. 17 describe the process of birth and analyze current approaches to childbirth. 2. 18 recognize threats and complications that may accompany childbirth, and explain how they can be addressed.
