Contexts: My mom is 4’11 and my dad is 5’6. I grew up to be 6’0, and so did my brother. My sister grew up to be 5’2, which seems more believable and normal.
As far as I know, my grandparents on both ends aren’t any taller than average. How is it that I came out taller than both my parents and what are the chances that my brother also comes out taller too? How does it work and how is height determined?
In: Biology
There are a number of factors which effect the size and height of humans, the potential height is governed by various genes, however nutrition including levels of protein, calcium and vitamins A and D will reduce this potential whilst excess growth hormone may exceed it, however the levels of oxygen may also be a factor especially in the lower limbs. https://youtu.be/ZGXa3Oj-sGE
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