Question

the science of controlled reproduction to improve hereditary qualities is called ____. options: epigenetics, genealogy, eugenics, dysgenics

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Epigenetics: Studies changes in gene expression without DNA sequence changes, not about controlled reproduction for heredity improvement.
• Genealogy: Is about tracing family lineages, not related to controlled reproduction for heredity.
• Eugenic s: Defined as the science of controlled reproduction to improve hereditary qualities.
• Dysgenics: Refers to the deterioration of hereditary qualities, opposite of what the question describes.

Answer:

B. eugenics