Did the Genes for Light Skin Colors Evolve in Europe?

Jan 8, 2018

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A widescale genetic survey has shown that despite common misconceptions, race really is only skin deep. Learn more in this episode of BrainStuff.

Topics in this Podcast: brainstuff, howstuffworks, genetics, race

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