Evaluation:
Published: 05.04.2006.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
References: Not used
  • Essays 'X Chromosome and Intelligence', 1.
  • Essays 'X Chromosome and Intelligence', 2.
Extract

"Science is not about building a body of known 'facts'. It is a method for asking awkward questions and subjecting them to a reality-check, thus avoiding the human tendency to believe whatever makes us feel good," reveals the English author, Terry Pratchett. Two articles explore whether or not intelligence is linked to the X chromosome in a person's genetic makeup. Perhaps this research will end the never ending battle of the sexes regarding which sex is smarter.

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