Inherited Traits and Behaviors

An angelfish has scales covering its body. Is this an example of an inherited trait, an instinct, or a learned behavior?

• Inherited Trait

• Instinct

• Learned Behavior

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

NGSS.MS-LS3-1

An octopus has suction cups on its legs. Is this an example of an inherited trait, an instinct, or a learned behavior?

• Inherited Trait

• Instinct

• Learned Behavior

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

A polar willow grows low and close to the ground. Is this an example of an inherited trait, an instinct, or a learned behavior?

• Inherited Trait

• Instinct

• Learned Behavior

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

A tundra plant has small leaves. Is this an example of an inherited trait, an instinct, or a learned behavior?

• Inherited Trait

• Instinct

• Learned Behavior

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

NGSS.MS-LS3-1

NGSS.MS-LS3-2

An arctic hare's fur turns white in the winter.  Is this an example of an inherited trait, an instinct, or a learned behavior?

• Inherited Trait

• Instinct

• Learned Behavior

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NGSS.MS-LS3-1

Sharks have many rows of teeth. Is this an example of an inherited trait, an instinct, or a learned behavior?

• Inherited Trait

• Instinct

• Learned Behavior

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

A stingray has one or two sharp barbs on its tail. Is this an example of an inherited trait, an instinct, or a learned behavior?

• Inherited Trait

• Instinct

• Learned Behavior

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

NGSS.MS-LS3-1

A newborn dolphin swims at birth. Is this an example of an inherited trait, an instinct, or a learned behavior?

• Inherited Trait

• Instinct

• Learned Behavior

A flower turns toward the Sun as it moves across the sky. Is this an example of an inherited trait, an instinct, or a learned behavior?

• Inherited Trait

• Instinct

• Learned Behavior

A polar bear sleeps through the worst part of winter. Is this an example of an inherited trait, an instinct, or a learned behavior?

• Inherited Trait

• Instinct

• Learned Behavior