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Genetically, no two human beings are ever the same
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Response Paper: Natural Selection and Human Variation Adam Aguilar Prof. Johnson Biological Anthropology May 10, 2005 Natural Selection and Human Variation Genetically, no two human beings are ever the same. It is quite common for us as humans to instinctively categorize one another based upon our appearances. Simple and complex traits indicate different cultures, races and ethnicities. As learned from our world's history, these genetic differences have often lead to dangerous outbreaks of prejudice between many groups of people for various reasons. Cultural differences have caused genocides, pulled families and countries apart, and has influenced the way we view each other as people. The question to consider is, why? Are humans naturally afraid to accept individuals different from their own kind? Some may say that is the case. However, a common understanding of human variation and natural selection on complex human traits can offer individuals a very factual insight on how similar the human race actually...
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