S5L2 Inherited and Acquired Traits

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What is an inherited trait?

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A physical characteristic that is passed down from parents to their offspring.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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What is an acquired trait?

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A characteristic that an organism develops during its lifetime due to environmental influences or experiences.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

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Give an example of an inherited trait in animals.

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The color of a dog's fur.

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Give an example of an acquired trait in animals.

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A dog learning to fetch a ball.

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What is the difference between inherited and acquired traits?

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Inherited traits are genetic and passed down from parents, while acquired traits are learned or developed through experience.

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What is a physical trait?

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A characteristic of an organism that can be seen or measured, such as color, size, or shape.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

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What is an example of a physical trait in humans?

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Eye color.

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What is a behavior?

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An action or reaction of an organism in response to external or internal stimuli.

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What is an example of learned behavior in animals?

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A bird learning to sing a specific song.

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What does it mean when we say a trait is affected by the environment?

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It means that the trait can change based on external factors, such as diet, climate, or habitat.

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