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How long ago is 1% DNA?

Published in Genealogy and DNA 1 min read

According to the provided reference, you are likely to have inherited less than 1% of your DNA from any given ancestor seven generations back.

Here's a breakdown of the information:

  • The reference chart estimates ancestral gene inheritance.
  • At seven generations back, the likelihood of inheriting at least 1% of your DNA from a particular ancestor decreases.