Variation of Traits

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What is a trait?

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A trait is a characteristic or feature of an organism, such as eye color or size.

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What does it mean for traits to vary?

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Variation in traits means that individuals of the same species can have different characteristics, like fur color or height.

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How are traits passed from parents to offspring?

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Traits are passed from parents to their babies through genes, which are inherited from both mom and dad.

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What is an example of a trait that can be inherited?

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Eye color is an example of a trait that can be inherited from parents.

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Why is it important for animals to have different traits?

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Different traits can help animals survive better in their environment, like seeing predators or finding food.

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What is an example of a helpful trait for alligators?

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Having eyes that are placed further apart helps alligators see more predators.

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What are some traits that can vary in puppies?

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Puppies can vary in traits like fur color, size, and length of snout.

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What does 'inherited trait' mean?

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

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What is the difference between a dominant trait and a recessive trait?

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A dominant trait is one that is expressed when at least one parent has it, while a recessive trait is only expressed if both parents pass it on.

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Can traits be influenced by the environment?

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Yes, some traits can be influenced by the environment, such as how tall a plant grows based on sunlight.