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What are inherited traits?

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Inherited traits are characteristics or features that are passed down from parents to their offspring through genes.

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What are acquired traits?

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Acquired traits are characteristics that an individual develops during their lifetime due to environmental influences or personal experiences.

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How can you determine if a trait is inherited?

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You can determine if a trait is inherited by asking if one of the parents has the same trait.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, allowing plants to produce their own food.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane protects the cell and controls what enters and exits the cell.

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What is the difference between learned and instinctive behaviors?

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Learned behaviors are acquired through experience, while instinctive behaviors are innate and performed without prior experience.

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What microorganism is commonly used in yogurt production?

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Lactobacillus is the microorganism used to ferment milk and produce yogurt.

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Why do plants need sunlight?

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Plants need sunlight for photosynthesis, which is the process of converting light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What is a gene?

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A gene is a segment of DNA that contains the instructions for building proteins, which determine traits in an organism.

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What is the significance of DNA in inheritance?

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DNA carries genetic information that is passed from parents to offspring, determining inherited traits.