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Genetics, Behavioral
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Definition
: The experimental study of the relationship between the genotype of an organism and its behavior. The scope includes the effects of genes on simple sensory processes to complex organization of the nervous system.
SPEC or GEN; prefer specifics
See Also
Sociobiology
Examples
Genetic Determinism
Other names
Psychogenetics; Behavioral Genetics