Inherited and Learned Traits

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What are inherited traits?

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Characteristics passed from parent to offspring, such as eye color or fur pattern.

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What are learned traits?

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Behaviors or skills that an organism acquires through experience, such as using tools or language.

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Give an example of an inherited trait in animals.

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Fur color in dogs.

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Give an example of a learned behavior in animals.

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A chimpanzee using a stick to dig ants out of the ground.

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What is an instinct?

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An automatic action in response to a stimulus, such as a baby crying when hungry.

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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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What is an offspring?

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The baby of an organism, such as a puppy or a kitten.

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Can instincts be learned?

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No, instincts are innate and do not require learning.

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What is an example of a learned behavior in humans?

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Learning to ride a bicycle.

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What role does the environment play in learned traits?

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The environment influences what behaviors are learned, such as social interactions.