Inherited traits

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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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What characteristic is most likely to be inherited by a baby?

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Blue eyes.

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If a parent cactus has spines, what will the offspring have?

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Spines.

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All of the following are likenesses that are inherited from parent to offspring EXCEPT:

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Table manners.

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What do we call the product of parents?

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Offspring.

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What is the definition of offspring?

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The young born to a parent or parents.

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Can traits be influenced by the environment?

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Yes, but inherited traits are passed down from parents.

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What is an example of a physical inherited trait?

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Eye color.

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What is a behavioral trait?

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A trait that involves how an organism acts, which can be inherited or learned.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and acquired traits?

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