Genes

Genes

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Science

8th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-LS4-4, MS-LS3-2, MS-LS1-5

+4

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an inherited trait?

Back

An inherited trait is a characteristic that is passed on from one's parents to their offspring.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an acquired trait?

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of an inherited trait.

Back

Eye color is an example of an inherited trait.

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NGSS.3-LS3-1

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of an acquired trait.

Back

Language is an example of an acquired trait.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is learned behavior?

Back

Learned behavior is a type of behavior that is acquired through experience, such as training or conditioning.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do inherited traits differ from acquired traits?

Back

Inherited traits are genetic and passed down from parents, while acquired traits are developed through interaction with the environment.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do genes play in inherited traits?

Back

Genes are segments of DNA that carry the information for inherited traits.

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