Inherited Traits

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What is an inherited trait?

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A characteristic passed from parents to their offspring, such as eye color or earlobe attachment.

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What is a learned behavior?

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A behavior that is developed by observing others or by being taught, like riding a bike.

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Give an example of an inherited trait in animals.

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A spider knowing how to spin a web.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and learned behaviors?

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Inherited traits are genetic characteristics, while learned behaviors are acquired through experience.

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What is earlobe attachment an example of?

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An inherited trait.

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Can you name a behavior that is learned?

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Building a nest by observing other birds.

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What are characteristics passed from parents to their offspring called?

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Inherited traits.

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Is the ability to swim an inherited trait or a learned behavior?

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It is a learned behavior.

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What is an adaptation?

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A change in a species that helps it survive in its environment, which can be inherited.

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What is an example of a learned behavior in humans?

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Learning to speak a language.