Inherited and Acquired Traits - 5th Grade

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What is an inherited trait?

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A characteristic that is passed from parents to their offspring, such as eye color or fur pattern.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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What is an acquired trait?

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A characteristic that is gained after birth due to environmental influences or experiences, such as a scar or learned behavior.

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Give an example of a physical trait.

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A horse has four legs.

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What are instincts in animals?

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Inherited behaviors that animals are born with, such as a puppy knowing how to bark.

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What is the difference between an instinct and a learned behavior?

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An instinct is a behavior that is natural and does not require learning, while a learned behavior is acquired through experience.

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What is an example of an instinct in animals?

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A bird knows where to find a bird feeder.

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NGSS.4-LS1-2

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What is a physical trait?

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A visible characteristic of an organism, such as fur color or the number of legs.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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What is the role of instincts in survival?

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Instincts help animals perform essential functions for survival without needing to learn them.

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What is an example of an acquired behavior?

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A dog learns to sit on command.

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How do scientists determine if a behavior is instinctual?

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By observing if the behavior occurs naturally without being taught.