The concept of heredity is fundamental to how we see ourselves and others.
It has also been used for ideological purposes to i.
The simple idea that children take after their ancestors has long been central to science and medicine and to the breeding of plants and animals.
We routinely ascribe similarities in personality, intellect, outlook, and aptitude between family members to what\'s passed down in sperm and eggs.
It goes far beyond the obvious continuity of physical traits across generations.
The concept of heredity is fundamental to how we see ourselves and others