nounfemininepl: hereditys or N/A
hereditariedade
1. the passing of genetic traits and characteristics from parents to offspring through genes
Eye color is determined by heredity.
A cor dos olhos é determinada pela hereditariedade.
2. the genetic information or traits inherited from ancestors
She has a strong heredity of musical talent in her family.
Ela tem uma forte hereditariedade de talento musical em sua família.
3. the transmission of characteristics from generation to generation
The study of heredity is essential to understanding evolution.
O estudo da hereditariedade é essencial para compreender a evolução.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'heredity' is primarily used in scientific, medical, and educational discussions. It's a formal term that gained prominence with the rise of genetics and modern biology. In Brazil, discussions of heredity often relate to family health histories and genetic predispositions in medical settings. The concept is fundamental to understanding both nature vs. nurture debates in psychology and education across both cultures.
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