Dizygotic twins developing from two separate fertilized eggs, sharing approximately 50% of their genetic material like regular siblings but providing valuable research comparisons for studying nature versus nurture.
Example: Comparing fraternal twins raised together to study genetic versus environmental influences on traits like intelligence, personality, and mental health disorders.
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