Genetics/Heredity Day 2

Genetics/Heredity Day 2

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Science

5th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is heredity?

Back

Heredity is the passing of traits from parents to their offspring through genes.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are genes?

Back

Genes are segments of DNA that determine specific traits in an organism.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an inherited trait?

Back

An inherited trait is a characteristic that is passed down from parents to their children, such as eye color or hair type.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between inherited traits and learned behaviors?

Back

Inherited traits are genetic characteristics, while learned behaviors are actions acquired through experience.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of an inherited trait in animals?

Back

An example of an inherited trait in animals is the color of a dog's fur.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean if a trait is dominant?

Back

A dominant trait is one that will appear in the offspring if at least one parent contributes it.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean if a trait is recessive?

Back

A recessive trait will only appear in the offspring if both parents contribute it.

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