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Chi sono gemelli siamesi?
I gemelli siamesi sono una coppia di gemelli monozigoti, vale a dire gemelli identici che provengono dallo stesso zigote (il nome che diamo alla cellula uovo fecondata da uno spermatozoo), che nascono uniti fisicamente e che spesso condividono anche alcuni organi.
Come si creano i gemelli siamesi?
Le cause che portano alla nascita di gemelli siamesi sono ancora ignote. Secondo la maggior parte degli esperti, accade quando una cellula uovo viene fecondata ma non porta a termine il processo di separazione, che causa la nascita di due gemelli identici (o omozigoti).
How old were Abby and Brittany when they were conjoined?
At the time, Abby and Brittany were six years old and were still learning to coordinate their one body. Most conjoined twins arrive stillborn or die after the first day. Making it to the age of six, let alone adulthood is considered something of a miracle.
Can Abby and Brittany drive?
Abby and Brittany have done everything together, growing up. While many have been left befuddled by how the twins coordinate, they not only move seamlessly but have also overcome more complex activities like driving. You can check out a picture of the twins on a scooter, below.
What happened to Abby and Brittany from Bethel University?
Abby was interested in maths and Brittany in English. Once they were accepted into Bethel University, they came to a compromise. The twins decided to follow their shared passion for education. After they both graduated in 2012 with separate degrees, the twins started looking for jobs.
Do Abby and Brittany share the same salary?
Abby and Brittany share one salary, but they plan to negotiate for a raise as they offer more than what one person gives. Abby told The BBC: “Obviously right away we understand we are going to get one salary because we’re doing the job of one person.