Frank's chromosome was now breeding as true as ever. Blood group, creed, colour of skin - nothing was proof against it. The numbers with shared consciousness, procreating for all they were worth, trebled every generation.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A specific lineage spreads rapidly due to shared traits and high reproduction.
- In plain terms
- One group multiplies quickly because of strong genetics.
- What can you take from it?
- Shared traits can drive rapid population growth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do genes shape society?
- What defines a group?
Another view
It implies biological determinism in social success.
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