Non-inherited traits are NOT carried by ……………………..

somatic cells

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keratinized cells

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germ cells

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all of the above

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The correct option is D
all of the above

Non-inherited or acquired traits are gained by a body in its life time cannot be passed on to the next generation. This is becuase these characters do not bring about a change in the genes or alleles of that organism. Only the changes occuring in the genes are passed on to the next generation.

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