Site MapHelpFeedbackForming a New Life
Forming a New Life


Chapter 3 traces the earliest development of a child, beginning with the parents' decision to conceive. In this chapter, the authors:
  • Discuss why and when people choose to have children
  • Describe human reproduction and explain how a new human life is created
  • Identify causes and treatments of infertility, and describe alternative ways for infertile couples to become parents
  • Explain the genetic mechanisms through which offspring inherit characteristics from parents
  • Explain genetic transmission of various types of birth defects and discuss how genetic counseling and prenatal diagnosis can help parents who are worried about bearing a child with such a defect
  • Discuss the relative influences of heredity and environment and how these factors work together








To learn more about the book this website supports, please visit its Information Center.
(c)2006 McGraw-Hill Higher Education
Any use is subject to the Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.
McGraw-Hill Higher Education is one of the many fine businesses of The McGraw-Hill Companies.


Papalia 10eOnline Learning Center

Home > Chapter 3