Trait Variations

Which are examples of variation in traits between different lemurs?

• fur color

• size

• difference between male and female

• all of the above

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Which trait was passed from the mom to the puppy?

• brown fur

• ears that stick up

• large size

• none of the above

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What are some different traits between the individual puppies?

• fur color

• size

• length of snout

• all of the above

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Why are eyes that are placed further apart a helpful trait for an alligator?

• looks cooler

• see more predators

• better for swimming

• helps balance

How do environmental factors and genetic variation work together to influence the traits of organisms?

• Environmental factors can select for certain genetic variations that are more advantageous, leading to changes in the traits of a population over time.

• Genetic variation eliminates the need for organisms to adapt to environmental factors.

• Environmental factors change the genetic makeup of organisms directly.

• Genetic variation has no real impact on how organisms respond to environmental factors.

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What might be an advantage to darker coloration for an alligator?

• swim better

• see farther

• stronger teeth

• warm up faster

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Which of these do NOT influence the traits of animals and plants?

• the traits of their parents

• the traits of their grandparents

• the traits of their friends

• the environment

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Traits that are passed along through generations of family members include which of these?

• eye color

• hair color

• nose shape

• all of the above

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Which of these environmental factors NEGATIVELY impact a plant's traits?

• regular watering

• good soil conditions

• growing in the shade

• all of these are positive

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Differences in traits are called _________ and explain why siblings don't look exactly alike.

• mutations

• variations

• traits

• evolution