Traits That Define Us: Inherited and Acquired Characteristics in Nature

The video tutorial explains the difference between inherited and acquired traits in organisms. Inherited traits are characteristics passed from parents to offspring, such as eye color or fur type, while acquired traits are developed during an organism's life, like scars or dyed hair. Various examples, including animals and plants, illustrate these concepts. The video aims to help viewers understand how traits are inherited or acquired, using clear examples and explanations.

What is a unique trait of the male platypus?

• It can fly.

• It has a colorful beak.

• It has a long tail.

• It has a venomous spur on its hind legs.

Why do offspring often resemble their parents?

• Because they learn from their parents.

• Because they live in the same environment.

• Because they inherit traits from their parents.

• Because they eat the same food.

Which of the following is an inherited trait of a bear?

• Its hibernation behavior.

• Its preference for honey.

• Its brown fur and sharp claws.

• Its ability to climb trees.

What is an example of an inherited trait in plants?

• The number of leaves on a plant.

• The direction a plant grows.

• The color of a rose's flowers.

• The height of a tree.

What defines an acquired trait?

• A trait that is beneficial for survival.

• A trait that is common in a species.

• A trait that is developed during an organism's life.

• A trait that is passed down genetically.

Which of the following is an acquired trait?

• A bird's beak shape.

• A dog's natural fur color.

• A scar from an injury.

• A fish's gills.

How does a plant acquire holes in its leaves?

• Through genetic inheritance.

• By receiving too much sunlight.

• By being chewed by insects.

• By growing in poor soil.

What is an example of an acquired trait in humans?

• Eye color.

• Height.

• Pierced ears.

• Hair texture.

What is a brand on cattle considered as?

• An acquired trait.

• A genetic mutation.

• An inherited trait.

• A natural marking.

What is the unnatural hair color of a poodle an example of?

• An inherited trait.

• An acquired trait.

• A genetic trait.

• A natural variation.