Acquired Trait and Inherited Trait

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an inherited trait?
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An inherited trait is a characteristic that is passed down from parents to their offspring through genes, such as eye color or hair type.
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NGSS.MS-LS3-2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an acquired trait?
Back
An acquired trait is a characteristic that an organism develops during its lifetime due to environmental influences or personal experiences, such as a scar or dyed hair.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of an inherited trait.
Back
Hair color is an example of an inherited trait.
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NGSS.MS-LS3-2
NGSS.MS-LS4-4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of an acquired trait.
Back
Dyed hair is an example of an acquired trait.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What trait do polar bears inherit that helps them survive in cold climates?
Back
Polar bears inherit a thick layer of blubber that helps them stay warm.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-5
NGSS.MS-LS4-4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can you name a behavior that is an acquired trait?
Back
Returning to a birdfeeder is an acquired behavior learned by the bird.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between inherited and acquired traits?
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Inherited traits are genetic and passed from parents to offspring, while acquired traits are developed through interaction with the environment.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-5
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