TCI Lesson 10 -Genes & the Environment

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What are traits influenced by?

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Traits are influenced by both genetics (nature) and the environment (nurture).

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Define 'nature' in the context of traits.

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'Nature' refers to genetic factors that influence an organism's traits.

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Define 'nurture' in the context of traits.

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'Nurture' refers to environmental factors that influence an organism's traits.

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What is the nature-nurture issue?

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The nature-nurture issue discusses the relative contributions of genetics and environment to human development.

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Give an example of a trait affected by both nature and nurture.

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A muscular build is a trait affected by both genetics (nature) and exercise or diet (nurture).

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True or False: An experiment should be performed many times for reliable results.

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True.

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What is the role of genes in determining traits?

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Genes carry the hereditary information that influences physical and behavioral traits.

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What is an example of an environmental factor that can influence traits?

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Nutrition is an environmental factor that can influence traits such as height and health.

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How do parents influence traits in their children?

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Parents pass on genetic traits to their children, which can influence physical characteristics and predispositions.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and acquired traits?

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Inherited traits are passed down genetically, while acquired traits are developed through environmental influences.