Genetic/Environmental Factors Influence on Traits

Water availability affecting the growth of cactus is an example of a(n):

• environmental factor

• genetic factor

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Slight variations in a species that cause them to look similar but different. Factors that are passed through genes from parents to offspring:

• environmental factors

• genetic factors

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Any abiotic or biotic factors that influence living organisms are:

• environmental factors

• genetic factors

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An example of environmental conditions influencing the growth of organisms is:

• large breed cattle
• availability of living space

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An example of a genetic factor influencing the growth of organisms is:

• large breed cattle
• availability of food

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Occurs when a DNA gene is damaged or changed in such a way as to alter the genetic message carried by that gene. It sometimes helps an animal survive and sometimes it doesn't.

• adaptation

• variation

• interpretation

• mutation

Which characteristic did Malek most likely inherit from his parents?

• his ability to read fast
• his need to wear glasses
• his ability to speak English
• his need to count using his fingers

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Which characteristic would most likely be inherited by a baby?

• brown hair
• crying a lot
• ability to jump high
• his ability to talk

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Which characteristic is inherited?

• hair color
• sleeping late
• enjoying hiking
• loving to read

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Which best explains why a child may look like his father, but is not able to play basketball as well as him?

• Physical characteristics are inherited, but the ability to shoot a basketball is not.
• The ability to shoot a basketball is inherited, but physical characteristics are not.
• The child chooses to look like his father, but he does not choose to play basketball.
• He hates playing basketball so he doesn't care if his dad can play.