Question

for biology class 10 there is a question the question is why are the traits acquired during the lifetime of an individual not inherited

Answer 1

The germ cells of sexually reproducing populations are made in specialized reproductive tissue. Change in non-reproductive tissues, on account of acquired traits, cannot be passed on to the DNA of the germ cells. Therefore, experience gained or traits acquired during the life-time of an individual not inherited. For example, Offspring of an hockey player may not be a hockey player.

Answer 2

The germ cells of sexually reproducing population are made in specialized reproductive tissue. Change in non-productive tissues on account of acquired traits cannot be passed on to the DNA of the germ cells. Therefore experience gained or traits acquired during the life time of an individual not herited. For eg- Child of an Hockey Player may not be a hockey player.