Inherited Traits

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What is an inherited trait?

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An inherited trait is a characteristic or feature that is passed down from parents to their offspring through genes.

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What is learned behavior?

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Learned behavior is a behavior that an animal or person acquires through experience or by observing others.

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Give an example of an inherited trait in humans.

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The ability to roll your tongue is an example of an inherited trait.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and learned behaviors?

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

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What is an example of a learned behavior in animals?

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Taking food from people is an example of a learned behavior in animals.

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How do environmental factors influence traits?

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Environmental factors can affect traits such as food preferences, which are not inherited but learned.

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What does it mean to inherit DNA from parents?

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To inherit DNA from parents means to receive genetic material that determines traits from both the mother and father.

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Why might a child look different from their parents?

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A child may look different from their parents because they inherit a combination of traits from both parents.

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What is an example of a trait that is not inherited?

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A food preference is an example of a trait that is not inherited.

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What is the role of genes in inherited traits?

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Genes are segments of DNA that carry the information for inherited traits.