Homework 13 - IAT - Due 12/16

Front

What is an inherited trait?

Back

A characteristic passed from parents to their offspring.

Front

What can affect the weight of an animal like Wolf 44?

Back

The amount of food available in its environment.

Front

Why might Wolf 44 weigh less than other wolves?

Back

Because Wolf 44 inherited a smaller weight than the other Elk Mountain Wolves.

Front

What trait do flamingos get from their environment?

Back

Feather color.

Front

How do flamingos get their feather color?

Back

From their environment.

Front

What is the difference between inherited traits and learned traits?

Back

Inherited traits are passed from parents, while learned traits are acquired through experience.

Front

Can the environment influence an animal's characteristics?

Back

Yes, the environment can affect traits like color and size.

Front

What is an example of a learned trait?

Back

A behavior that an animal develops through experience.

Front

What is the role of food in an animal's growth?

Back

Food provides the necessary nutrients for growth and weight gain.

Front

What is a characteristic?

Back

A feature or quality that helps to identify an animal.