Inherited and Acquired Traits
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Science
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a trait?
Back
A characteristic of a living thing.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an acquired trait?
Back
A trait that is learned or developed during an organism's life, not passed down genetically.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an inherited trait?
Back
A trait that is passed down from parents to offspring through genes.
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NGSS.MS-LS3-2
NGSS.MS-LS4-4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of an inherited trait.
Back
Eye color, hair color, or height.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of an acquired trait.
Back
Learning to play a musical instrument or speaking a language.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Are acquired traits passed down to offspring?
Back
No, acquired traits are not passed down.
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NGSS.HS-LS3-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between instinct and learned behavior?
Back
Instinct is a behavior that is natural and does not need to be learned, while learned behavior is acquired through experience.
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