How does inheritance work? | Dara O’Briain’s Science Club

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 2'46''
  • Broadcast year: 2012
Curriculum Connection
  • Biology | Reproduction, genetics and evolution | Genetic inheritance
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Programme: Dara O'Briain's Science Club
  • Series: 1
  • Episode: Reproduction
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