Inheritance and Traits Grade 3

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What is the environment?

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All the living and nonliving things in an area.

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Why does the puppy look similar to its parents?

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The parent's traits have been passed to the puppy.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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What are characteristics passed from parents to their offspring called?

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Inherited traits.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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True or False: Plants and animals do not have traits inherited from their parents.

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False.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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What does it mean to inherit?

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To get something that is passed down.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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What is a trait?

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A characteristic or feature of an organism, such as color or size.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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What is an inherited trait?

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A trait that is passed down from parents to their offspring.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

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Can behavior be inherited?

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No, behavior is usually learned, not inherited.

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What is an example of a trait that can be inherited?

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Eye color, fur pattern, or height.

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

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What is the difference between inherited traits and learned traits?

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