LIFE SCIENCE

OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE

GENETICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is an example of an acquired trait?
A
Dimples
B
Left handedness
C
Writing
D
Tongue rolling
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A person born to a bodybuilder need not have extremely large muscles. The larger muscles are an acquired trait; they cannot be passed from parent to offspring even after the training and regular activities.

Detailed explanation-2: -Acquired characteristics can be minor and temporary like bruises, blisters, or shaving body hair. Permanent but inconspicuous or invisible ones are corrective eye surgery and organ transplant or removal. Semi-permanent but inconspicuous or invisible traits are vaccination and laser hair removal.

Detailed explanation-3: -An acquired trait is defined as a characteristic or trait that produces a phenotype that is a result of an environmental influence. Examples: calluses on fingers, larger muscle size, skills like painting, singing, swimming, dancing etc. # those traits which pass on to the progeny from parents .

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