Heredity

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What is a gene?

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The unit of heredity that is transferred from parent to offspring, helping to determine the characteristics of the offspring.

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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 learned over time.

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What is an instinct?

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A behavior an animal begins life with.

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Which trait is not inherited from parents?

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A scar from falling.

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What is an example of a physical trait?

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Having curly hair.

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What is heredity?

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The passing of traits from parents to their offspring.

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What are acquired traits?

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Traits that are learned or developed over time, not passed down genetically.

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What are inherited traits?

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Traits that are passed down from parents to their offspring through genes.

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Can acquired traits be passed to offspring?

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No, acquired traits cannot be passed to offspring.

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What is a dominant trait?

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A trait that will appear in the offspring if one of the parents contributes it.