Inherited Traits, Learned Behaviors, & Instincts

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What is an instinct?

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An instinct is a natural behavior that an organism inherits and does not need to learn.

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What is an inherited trait?

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An inherited trait is a characteristic passed from parents to offspring, such as eye color or curly hair.

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What is a learned behavior?

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A learned behavior is a behavior that an organism obtains from experiences, such as riding a bike.

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Give an example of an instinct.

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Bears going into hibernation is an example of an instinct.

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Give an example of an inherited trait.

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Curly hair is an example of an inherited trait.

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Give an example of a learned behavior.

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A child learning to tie their shoes is an example of a learned behavior.

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How do puppies inherit traits from their parents?

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Puppies inherit traits from both their mother and father, leading to a mix of characteristics.

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What is the difference between instinct and learned behavior?

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Instincts are natural and inherited, while learned behaviors are acquired through experience.

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Can an organism have both inherited traits and learned behaviors?

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Yes, organisms can have both inherited traits (like fur color) and learned behaviors (like fetching a ball).

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What happens if an animal does not learn a behavior it needs to survive?

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If an animal does not learn a necessary behavior, it may struggle to survive in its environment.