Inherited vs. Acquired Traits
By: Emily Ward
Difference Between Inherited and Aquired
Inherited traits are the traits you receive from your biological parents. Acquired traits are the traits you develop during life, as in the ones you were not born with.
Inherited Traits
Hair Color
My mom & dad both have dark brown hair.
Skin Color
My skin is a tiny bit darker because my dad has dark toned skin.
Nose Shape/Size
I have a long nose because my dad's nose is long as well.
Aquired Traits
Basketball
My aunt taught me how to play basketball when i was 6 years old, now I go outside to play basketball every once in a while.
Volleyball
I learned how to play volleyball myself when I was 10 years old, and now i've grown to enjoy it.
Fishing
I taught myself how to fish, i've been fishing ever since I was at least 4 years old.