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What is an instinct?

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An instinct is a behavior that is innate and does not have to be learned. It is a natural response to certain stimuli.

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What are inherited traits?

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

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What makes every organism unique?

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Every organism has a unique combination of traits that distinguishes it from others.

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How do traits get passed from parent to offspring?

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Traits are passed from parent to offspring through genetic inheritance.

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What is an acquired trait?

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An acquired trait is a characteristic that is not inherited but learned or developed through experience.

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Give an example of an instinctive behavior in animals.

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A male grasshopper rubbing its legs together to attract a female is an example of instinctive behavior.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and acquired traits?

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Inherited traits are genetic and passed down from parents, while acquired traits are learned or developed during an organism's life.

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Can you name a trait that is acquired rather than inherited?

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The language you speak is an acquired trait.

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What is a variation in traits?

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Variations are differences in traits among individuals of the same species.

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Why do some traits become more common in a population?

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Some traits become more common due to natural selection, where advantageous traits increase an organism's chances of survival and reproduction.