Genes can sometimes be a difficult topic for students to understand, but this article provides a nice description of genes, how they work, and the disorders that can sometimes arise. The article also touches on how genetic engineering could impact our lives. Links to similar articles are also provided.

Concepts

gene therapy, genes, genetic disorders, genetic engineering, heredity

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Additional Tags

gene mutation, kidshealth, nemours foundation, genetic, genetic diseases and disorders

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Classroom Considerations

• Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)