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The Nature and Nurture of Behavior Let’s start with genetics . . . Gene A stretch of DNA that produces a specific protein, which in turn forms building blocks of our bodies or drives the processes that allow us to live DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid): molecule that contains genes Human instruction manual: genes affect physical features, such as eye color and height, and behavior Dogs are bred for genetic disposition/behavior One gene in fruit flies can be altered to produce courtship behavior between two males Darwin’s Natural Selection Key is genetic fit with environment Mutation Depending on e