According to research, a father’s genetic contribution determines these 6 characteristics of a child, not both parents as commonly believed.
In biology classes, you learn that you inherit 50% of your DNA from your mother and 50% from your father. However, this biological fact does not mean that each parent will pass on an equal number of physical traits and genetic characteristics to their child.
In fact, the likelihood of inheriting positive traits from the father is over 60%. Experts have thoroughly studied this biological phenomenon and collected evidence showing that certain genes contributing to your interesting traits are more likely to come from your father.
Crooked Teeth
When a father has poor oral health, children often need to visit the dentist more frequently than their peers, even if their mother has relatively straight and beautiful teeth.
Everything from cavities to various oral health issues can be inherited from the father’s mouth. If you have crooked, uneven teeth, now you know where it comes from.
Dimples
In many cultures, people with dimples are seen as a sign of beauty and attractiveness. However, scientists describe dimples as a defect formed due to shortened facial muscles. Dimples are inherited traits, typically passed down from the father.
Fingerprints
No two fingerprints are exactly alike, as they are unique patterns. However, a baby’s fingerprints may resemble those of their father. Fingerprint patterns are inherited traits passed down from the father.
Sneezing
Some people uncontrollably sneeze when exposed to bright light or sunlight. This is a genetic trait inherited from the father, known as the Achoo syndrome.
Height
Have you ever heard someone say, ‘He is as tall as his father’? This statement has a scientific basis. A person’s height is determined by at least 700 genetic variants inherited from both parents.
However, the height genes from each parent function a bit differently. For instance, the father’s genes play a crucial role in stimulating growth and thus will determine a person’s height.