the nature-nurture interaction

The nature-nurture interaction describes how our genes (nature) and our environment and experiences (nurture) work together to shape who we are. Genes provide a biological blueprint, influencing traits like intelligence or height, but environmental factors—such as education, culture, and personal experiences—also impact how these traits develop. For example, a person might have the genetic potential for musical talent, but this potential is nurtured through practice and learning. Overall, our traits result from a dynamic interplay between inherited biology and life experiences.