Assignment - Wk 5 - Create a Game

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What is the definition of inherited characteristics?

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Inherited characteristics are traits that are passed from parents to their offspring through genetic information.

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What is the definition of acquired characteristics?

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Acquired characteristics are traits that an organism develops as a result of its environment and experiences, not through genetic inheritance.

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True or False: All traits in an organism are inherited from its parents.

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False

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True or False: Inherited characteristics are passed from parents to their offspring.

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True

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What can cause acquired characteristics to change over time?

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Acquired characteristics can change over time based on experiences and environmental factors.

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What is the primary difference between inherited and acquired characteristics?

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Inherited characteristics are genetic traits passed from parents, while acquired characteristics are developed through interaction with the environment.

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Give an example of an inherited characteristic.

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An example of an inherited characteristic is eye color.

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Give an example of an acquired characteristic.

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An example of an acquired characteristic is a scar from an injury.

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What role does DNA play in inherited characteristics?

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DNA carries the genetic information that determines inherited characteristics.

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How do environmental factors influence acquired characteristics?

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Environmental factors can lead to changes in behavior, skills, or physical traits that are not genetically inherited.