Organisms and Environments

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What is an inherited trait?

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A trait that comes from a parent.

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What is an acquired trait?

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A trait that cannot be passed on genetically.

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Why do monarch butterflies migrate?

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To travel to a warmer place for the winter.

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Which characteristic did David MOST likely inherit from his mother?

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Long legs.

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Where in the life cycle does a squirrel get inherited traits?

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When the parent squirrel has not given birth to the baby squirrel yet.

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What is a trait?

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A characteristic or feature of an organism.

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Can you name a trait that is inherited?

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Eye color.

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Can you name a trait that is acquired?

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Dancing.

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What do we call the process of passing traits from parents to offspring?

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Inheritance.

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What is the difference between inherited and acquired traits?

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Inherited traits come from parents; acquired traits are learned or developed.