5.L.3.2 Learned and Inherited Traits

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What is an inherited trait?

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A characteristic that is passed on from one’s parents.

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What is a learned trait?

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A characteristic that is acquired through experience or environment.

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Give an example of an inherited characteristic.

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Presence of dimples.

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Give an example of a learned characteristic.

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Ability to track rabbits.

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What is an example of an inherited trait in zebras?

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The pattern of its stripes.

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What is an example of a learned trait in goldfish?

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Swimming to the top of the water when the lid is removed.

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How do inherited traits differ from learned traits?

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Inherited traits are genetic and passed from parents, while learned traits are acquired through interaction with the environment.

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What is a characteristic that is influenced by surroundings called?

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A learned trait.

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Can you name a physical characteristic that is inherited?

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Eye color.

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What is an example of a behavior that is learned?

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A dog learning to fetch a ball.