Question

Differentiate between inherited and acquired trait. Give one example for each

Answer 1

The trait which inherited from parents to their progeny is called inherited trait.
Acquired trait is the trait which is not transferable to the progeny and acquired by lifetime experience.
For eg. When we cut tail of mice for several generation we find that no without tail mice produced.

Answer 2

Answer :-

Inherited traits:

• The traits which are passed on from the parents to their progeny by transfer of genes.
• For example, Eye colour

Acquired traits:

• The traits acquired by individual during its lifetime.
• For example, Riding a bicycle, playing cricket, etc.