What are inherited traits? Give three examples.

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Inherited trait:
A trait or characteristic of an organism that is caused by a change in its genes or DNA is called an inherited trait.
Inherited traits are the characteristics that we receive from our parents.
Inherited traits are controlled by specific genes and are passed on from one generation to another.
Skin color, eye color, and form of hair are three examples of inherited traits in human beings.

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