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Abstract:
Genetic variance analysis of 56 tooth size traits was based on a sample of 58 pairs of twins (23 MZ and 35 DZ) from Chandigarh, India. Results of a t-test for equality of means showed no association of zygosity with any of the traits. Heterogeneity of total variance was found in 18 traits, which invalidates conventional genetic variance estimates and reveals considerable hidden environmental determinance. In contrast to other studies, Indian MZ twins had higher variance than did DZ twins, in most instances. There was also evidence of stronger environmental covariance for MZ and DZ twins. The study revealed substantial, complex environmental determination for some dental dimensions, especially of incisors and second molars.
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