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Define the terms inherited trait and acquired trait. Give an example of each.

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Inherated traits-handed down to you by your family.
Example of Inherated traits are -red hair, freckles,green eyes,and blue eyes.
Acquired Trait-Acquired traits are not coded for in the DNA of an individual and therefore cannot be passed down to offspring during reproduction.
Example of Acquired Traits are-
calluses on fingers, larger muscle size from exercise,things you learned(reading,writing,riding a bike),and Food preferences.
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