Variation of Traits

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What are traits?

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Traits are characteristics or features of an organism, such as color, size, and shape.

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What influences the traits of animals and plants?

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Traits are influenced by the traits of their parents, grandparents, and the environment.

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What is heredity?

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

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What is an example of a trait that can be inherited?

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Eye color is an example of a trait that can be inherited.

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What does camouflage mean?

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Camouflage is a way that animals blend in with their environment to avoid being seen.

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How can the environment affect plant traits?

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The environment can affect traits like growth, color, and health of plants.

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What is a negative environmental factor for plants?

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Growing in the shade can negatively impact a plant's growth.

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Why do animals have different traits?

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Animals have different traits due to genetic variation and environmental influences.

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What is variation of traits?

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Variation of traits refers to the differences in characteristics among individuals of the same species.

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What is an example of a trait passed from parent to offspring?

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Brown fur in puppies can be a trait passed from the mother.