Passed Down Through Genes: Key Details

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Inherited traits are characteristics passed down from parents to their offspring through genes.

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Inherited traits are characteristics passed down from parents to their offspring through genes. These traits can include things like eye color, hair type, and even certain behaviors. For example, if one parent has brown eyes and the other has blue eyes, their child might inherit a mix of these traits, resulting in green or hazel eyes.

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Inherited traits come from the genetic material in cells, which is made up of DNA. Each parent contributes half of the DNA, which determines how the child will look and behave. This is why family members often share similar features!

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What determines a child's traits?

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