S5L2b (inherited & acquired traits)

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What are inherited traits?

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Characteristics that are passed down from parents to offspring.

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What are acquired traits?

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Characteristics that a living thing gets during its lifetime.

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Can acquired traits be passed down to offspring?

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No, acquired traits are not passed down from parents to offspring.

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Give an example of an inherited trait.

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Having brown eyes.

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Give an example of an acquired trait.

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Learning to play a musical instrument.

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What is a learned behavior?

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A behavior that is acquired through experience or teaching.

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Is playing a sport an inherited trait?

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No, it is an acquired trait.

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What is the difference between inherited and acquired traits?

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Inherited traits are genetic and passed down, while acquired traits are learned or developed during life.

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Can animals learn behaviors?

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Yes, animals can learn behaviors through experience.

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What is an example of a learned behavior in animals?

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A dog fetching a stick.