4TH DNA Day Essay Contest at American Society of Human Genetics
The DNA Day Essay Contest aims to challenge students to examine, question, and reflect on the important concepts of genetics. Essays are expected to contain substantive, well-reasoned arguments indicative of a depth of understanding of the concepts related to the essay questions. Only 9th - 12th grade students are eligible this year. The American Society of Human Genetics and its partners organize a variety of events that help K-12 students, teachers, and the public learn more about how genetics and genomics affect their lives. This is mainly aimed to bring in interests in Research and development among students at young levels, so that they will be an eminent contributor in years to come in field of Genetics.
Organizer
The American Society of Human Genetics
Eligibility criteria
Open only to 9th - 12th grade students
2010 Essay Questions
(i) Some traits come in two varieties (for example, Mendel’s round and wrinkled peas with the green and yellow colors). Do all traits for all species come in only two varieties? Justify your answer by explaining the relationship between genes and traits.
(ii) What is (are) the cause(s) of human health and disease? Explain your answer using one or more specific examples.
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