Inherited Traits

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What do we call a behavior animals are born to do?

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Instincts.

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What best describes an inherited trait?

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A characteristic received from one's parents.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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Which is an example of an observation of inherited traits in plants?

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The plant with purple flowers came from a plant with purple flowers.

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What is an inherited trait?

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A trait handed down to you by your family.

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Curly hair is a _______.

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Inherited trait.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and acquired traits?

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Inherited traits are passed down from parents, while acquired traits are developed through experience or environment.

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Can you give an example of an inherited trait in animals?

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Eye color in dogs.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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What role do genes play in inherited traits?

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Genes are the units of heredity that determine inherited traits.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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How can environmental factors influence inherited traits?

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While inherited traits are genetic, environmental factors can affect how these traits are expressed.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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What is the significance of studying inherited traits?

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Understanding inherited traits helps in fields like genetics, agriculture, and medicine.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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