Amplify Science Inheritance & Traits

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What does 'traits' mean?

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Traits are observable characteristics or features of an organism, such as color, size, or shape.

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What is an example of a physical trait of a panda?

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Black and white fur.

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Who studies living things to learn more about them?

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Biologists study living things.

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What does it mean when animals are 'related'?

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It means they share common traits or ancestry.

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What does 'variation' mean?

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Variation means differences among individuals in a group.

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What is an observable trait?

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An observable trait is a characteristic that can be seen or measured, like height or color.

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What is the study of inheritance and traits called?

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Genetics is the study of inheritance and traits.

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Why are traits important in understanding relationships between organisms?

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Traits help scientists determine how closely related different organisms are.

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What is an example of a trait that can be inherited?

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Eye color is an example of an inherited trait.

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What do biologists observe in their studies?

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Biologists observe living organisms and their interactions with the environment.

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