Inherited Traits: Understanding the Origin of Characteristics

The video tutorial explains the concept of traits, which are characteristics like skin color and eye color. Traits can be inherited from parents or acquired through learning. Inherited traits are those we are born with, such as hair color, while acquired traits are skills we learn, like surfing. The video also discusses how heredity involves passing traits from parents to offspring and provides examples of both inherited and acquired traits in humans and animals.

What is another term used for characteristics like skin color and eye color?

• Traits

• Genes

• Features

• Attributes

What is the process called when traits are passed from parents to offspring?

• Mutation

• Adaptation

• Heredity

• Evolution

Which of the following is an example of an acquired trait?

• Playing the piano

• Eye color

• Shape of ears

• Hair color

Which of the following is NOT an inherited trait?

• Color of fur in dogs

• Shape of body in animals

• Shape of eyes

• Ability to surf

Why is surfing considered an acquired trait?

• It is passed down genetically

• It is a skill learned through practice

• It is a natural ability from birth

• It is influenced by the environment