Which of the following trait is aquired? unit 3 lesson 4
A The number of petals that grow in a plant's flower
B The Wing shape of a wild bird
C the ability of some gorilla to use sign language
D the ability of cheetah to run faster than any other land animal
To determine which of the following traits is acquired, we need to understand what it means for a trait to be acquired. An acquired trait is a characteristic that an organism develops during its lifetime as a result of its environment or experiences.
Let's analyze each option to determine which one fits the definition of an acquired trait:
A) The number of petals that grow in a plant's flower: This trait is determined by the genetic makeup of the plant and is not influenced by the environment or experiences. It is an inherited trait and not acquired.
B) The wing shape of a wild bird: Wing shape is mainly determined by the genetic characteristics of the bird and helps determine its flying ability. While the size or structure of wings may be influenced to some extent by the environment, it is primarily an inherited trait.
C) The ability of some gorillas to use sign language: This trait is acquired through learning and training. It is not determined by genetics and is developed as a result of the gorilla's experiences and interaction with humans. Therefore, this trait is an acquired trait.
D) The ability of cheetahs to run faster than any other land animal: This trait is also an inherited trait. It is determined by the cheetah's genetic characteristics, such as its musculoskeletal system, body structure, and cardiovascular capacity. The ability to run fast is not acquired during the cheetah's lifetime.
Based on the explanation above, the trait that is acquired is C) the ability of some gorillas to use sign language.