Learned and Instinctive Behaviors

The video begins with a personal update about a trip to a carnivorous plant bog. It then delves into the topic of genes and heredity, explaining how traits are passed from parents to offspring. The discussion extends to selective breeding and genetic engineering, highlighting the role of GMOs in agriculture. The video also covers epigenetics, illustrating how environmental factors can influence gene expression. It concludes with a comparison of instincts and learned behaviors, emphasizing their significance in animal and human survival.

What type of plants did the narrator see during their trip to the bog?

• Orchids

• Ferns

• Carnivorous plants

• Cacti

What is the primary function of genes in living organisms?

• To provide energy

• To store nutrients

• To regulate temperature

• To code for proteins

How are traits passed from parents to offspring?

• Through exercise

• Through genetic code

• Through environmental factors

• Through diet

What is one example of a genetically modified organism mentioned in the video?

• Wheat with extra fiber

• Tomatoes with less acidity

• Rice with more protein

• Corn resistant to fungus

What is the term for DNA that was once thought to be non-functional?

• Functional DNA

• Silent DNA

• Junk DNA

• Active DNA

What environmental factor can change the color of hydrangea flowers?

• Sunlight

• Temperature

• Soil acidity

• Water availability

What is an example of an instinctive behavior in animals?

• Building a nest

• Learning to swim

• Using tools

• Learning to play fetch

Which of the following is a learned behavior in humans?

• Breathing

• Crying

• Speaking a language

• Blinking

What is the difference between instinctive and learned behaviors?

• Instinctive behaviors are acquired through experience, learned behaviors are innate.

• Instinctive behaviors are innate, learned behaviors are acquired through experience.

• Instinctive behaviors are taught by parents, learned behaviors are not.

• Instinctive behaviors are unique to humans, learned behaviors are unique to animals.

What is an example of a learned behavior in animals?

• Hunting techniques

• Migration

• Flying

• Breathing