The concept of genes influencing how environments work and environments influencing how genes work is called:
A) gene environment interaction.
B) gene environment correlation.
C) environmental genes.
D) chromosomal genes.

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Gene environment interaction is the concept that both genes and environment interact with each other to produce specific traits or outcomes. This means that genes can influence how the environment works and vice versa, the environment can influence how genes work. This interaction plays a crucial role in various developmental outcomes and disorders. In contrast, gene environment correlation (choice B) refers to the fact that genetic factors can influence the environments to which individuals are exposed. Choices C and D refer to non-existent concepts.

The Concept of Genes Influencing How Environments Work and Environments