Cracking Genetics

From Darwin's theory of evolution to the sequencing of the human genome, this book takes a comprehensive look at genetics - and reveals untold stories, cutting-edge discoveries and plenty of fascinating science along the way. In 12 illustrated chapters, Cracking Genetics makes sense of the laws of inheritance, takes a tour of your chromosomes and explores questions including: - Which genes determine eye colour? - Could dinosaur DNA be resurrected? - How does DNA profiling solve cold cases? - Why does the environment influence gene expression? - How does human DNA differ from chimp DNA? - How does natural selection work? - Could gene editing eradicate disease? An easy-to-understand guide to some of the most complex and intriguing topics: Cracking Genetics is a must-read for anyone interested in the past, present and future of genetics and how they make up the world as we know it.