Inherited and Learned Traits

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What are inherited traits?

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Traits that are passed down from parents to their offspring, such as eye color or hair type.

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What are learned behaviors?

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Behaviors that are acquired through experience or education, such as riding a bike or playing an instrument.

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Give an example of an inherited trait.

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Hairy legs.

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Give an example of a learned behavior.

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Algebra.

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What did Ivan Pavlov's experiment with dogs demonstrate?

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Learned behavior, as the dogs drooled at the sound of a bell they associated with feeding.

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What is a trait?

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A characteristic of a plant or animal that can be inherited or learned.

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What is an instinct?

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An automatic action in response to something, such as a reflex.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and learned behaviors?

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Inherited traits are genetic and passed down, while learned behaviors are acquired through experience.

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Can instincts be considered inherited traits?

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Yes, instincts are often inherited traits that are automatic responses.

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

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Language skills can be learned, but the ability to learn language is inherited.