Heredity

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What is heredity?

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Heredity is the passing of traits from parents to their offspring.

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What is an inherited trait?

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An inherited trait is a characteristic that is passed down from parents to their children, such as eye color or dimples.

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Can you have the same traits as your cousins?

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Yes, you can have some of the same traits as your cousins because you share some genes from your grandparents.

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Are dimples an inherited trait?

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Yes, the presence of dimples is an inherited trait.

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Is diabetes an inherited disease?

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Yes, diabetes can be an inherited disease.

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Can a mango tree have a banana seedling as an offspring?

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No, a mango tree cannot have a banana seedling as an offspring because they are different species.

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What are examples of inherited traits?

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Examples of inherited traits include hair color, height, and certain diseases.

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What does it mean if a trait is not inherited?

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If a trait is not inherited, it means it is not passed down from parents to offspring, but may be influenced by the environment.

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What is the role of genes in heredity?

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Genes are the units of heredity that carry information from parents to offspring.

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Can traits be influenced by the environment?

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Yes, traits can be influenced by the environment, such as nutrition and climate.