Inheritance and Traits Exit Slip

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a way that animals blend in with their environment to avoid being seen by predators or prey.

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Why do offspring have different traits from their parents?

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Offspring can inherit different instructions from each parent, leading to a mix of traits.

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What trait did the puppy inherit from its mom?

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The puppy inherited brown fur from its mom.

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Can offspring have traits that their parents do not have?

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Yes, offspring can have traits that their parents do not have due to genetic variation.

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What environmental factor can negatively impact a plant's traits?

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Growing in the shade can negatively impact a plant's traits.

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What is a trait?

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A trait is a characteristic or feature of an organism, such as color, size, or shape.

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What does it mean to inherit a trait?

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To inherit a trait means to receive it from one's parents through genes.

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What is the role of genes in inheritance?

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Genes carry the instructions for traits that are passed from parents to offspring.

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What is an example of a trait that can be inherited?

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Eye color is an example of a trait that can be inherited.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and acquired traits?

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Inherited traits are passed down from parents, while acquired traits are developed through experience or environment.

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