In the Family: Gene Mutation Animation

Name: In the Family: Gene Mutation Animation
Uploaded: 2013-04-09T21:06:23Z
Duration: P106S
Description: In the first clip associated with the 'In the Family' lesson plan, which is animated, a doctor explains how a gene mutation can raise a woman's risk for breast cancer. Students should discuss how genetic and environmental factors influence a person's health.

Clip: Season 21 Episode 12 | 1m 46s

In the first clip associated with the 'In the Family' lesson plan, which is animated, a doctor explains how a gene mutation can raise a woman's risk for breast cancer. Students should discuss how genetic and environmental factors influence a person's health.

Aired: 10/07/08

Rating: NR

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