Science Boot Camp - Inherited and Acquired Traits and Behaviors

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What are inherited traits?

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Inherited traits are characteristics that are passed down from parents to their offspring through genes, such as eye color or hair type.

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What are acquired traits?

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Acquired traits are characteristics that are learned or developed through experience, such as playing a musical instrument or speaking a language.

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Give an example of an inherited trait in humans.

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Eye color is an example of an inherited trait in humans.

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Give an example of a learned behavior in dogs.

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Shaking hands is an example of a learned behavior in dogs.

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What is an instinct?

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An instinct is a natural behavior that an animal is born with, such as an eagle building a nest.

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How do puppies inherit traits from their parents?

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Puppies inherit traits from both their mother and father, which means they may share characteristics with both.

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Is playing catch an inherited trait or a learned behavior?

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Playing catch is a learned behavior.

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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 from parents, while learned behaviors are acquired through experience.

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Can animals have both inherited traits and learned behaviors?

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Yes, animals can have inherited traits, like fur color, and learned behaviors, like fetching a ball.

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What is an example of a learned behavior in humans?

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Riding a bicycle is an example of a learned behavior in humans.