According to studies, identical twins raised in different environments tend to have different weight gain patterns.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
Studies of identical twins provide some insight into the contribution of nature (genetics) to body weight. Even when identical twins are raised apart, they tend to show similar weight gain patterns, both in overall weight and in body fat distribution.
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