5.L.3.2 Learned and Inherited Traits

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What is a learned trait?

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A learned trait is a behavior or skill that an organism acquires through experience or interaction with its environment.

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What is an inherited trait?

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An inherited trait is a characteristic that is passed down from parents to their offspring through genes.

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Give an example of a learned trait in animals.

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An example of a learned trait in animals is a dog learning to sit on command.

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Give an example of an inherited trait in humans.

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An example of an inherited trait in humans is eye color.

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What is the difference between learned and inherited traits?

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Learned traits are acquired through experience, while inherited traits are genetic characteristics passed from parents.

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What is an example of a behavior that is learned?

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An example of a learned behavior is a child learning to ride a bicycle.

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What is an example of an inherited characteristic in animals?

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An example of an inherited characteristic in animals is the pattern of a zebra's stripes.

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How do environmental factors influence learned traits?

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Environmental factors can shape learned traits by providing experiences that lead to new behaviors.

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What role do genes play in inherited traits?

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Genes carry the information that determines inherited traits, such as hair color and height.

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Can learned traits be passed to offspring?

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No, learned traits cannot be passed to offspring; only inherited traits can be passed through genes.