Inheritance & Traits Ch 1 Flashcard

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What is a trait?

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A trait is a characteristic or feature of an organism, such as color, size, or shape.

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What is a variation?

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A variation is a difference in traits among individuals of the same species.

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What is an organism?

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An organism is a living thing, such as a plant or animal.

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What does the word species mean?

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A species is a group of organisms that are closely related to each other.

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What makes species closely related to each other?

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Species are closely related if they have many similar traits in common.

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Can traits be inherited?

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Yes, traits can be passed down from parents to their offspring.

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What is an example of a trait in animals?

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An example of a trait in animals is fur color.

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What is the difference between a trait and a variation?

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A trait is a characteristic, while a variation is a difference in that trait among individuals.

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Why do some animals have similar traits?

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Some animals have similar traits because they belong to the same species.

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What is the importance of studying traits and variations?

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Studying traits and variations helps us understand how species adapt and evolve.