Inheritance

Inheritance in biology refers to the process by which genetic traits are passed from parents to offspring through genes. These genes, located on chromosomes, carry information that determines characteristics such as eye color, height, and susceptibility to certain diseases. Inheritance patterns follow specific rules, such as those described by Mendelian genetics, where dominant and recessive traits influence the traits observed in offspring. Understanding inheritance is key to studying genetic diversity, evolutionary processes, and the role of genetics in health and disease .