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Heredity and Evolution — Science STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceHeredity and Evolution3 Marks
Question
Differentiate between inherited and acquired characters. Give one example for each type.
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Answer

 
Acquired Traits
Inherited Traits
1.
Development: The traits develop during life time of an individual.
The traits are obtained from the parents.
2.
Nature: They are somatic variations.
They are genetic variations.
3.
Cause: Acquired traits develop due to direct effect of environment, use and conscious efforts.
The traits develop due to mutations and reshuffling of genetic material.
4.
Fate: They die with the death of the individual.
Ex. Muscular body of a wrestler.
They are passed on to the next generation.
Ex. Fused and free ear lobes.

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