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Trait Characteristic of a living thing A widow’s peak is trait.

Inherited Trait Characteristic that we are born with Passed on to us from our parents Red hair is an inherited trait (as is the widow’s peak shown on the previous slide).

Gene Genes are the basic units of heredity which are passed on to the next generation Genes are what cause widow’s peaks, red hair, etc.

Instinct Something an animal automatically does Ducklings follow their mother by instinct.

Acquired Trait (Learned Trait) A useful trait that is not inherited Learned or acquired from the environment Guitar players will develop calluses on their fingers.