Inherited Traits & Variation Explorer
Why do you look like your parents? Explore which traits are inherited through genes, which are learned through experience, and which come from the environment.
Explore Traits
Click any trait card to learn if it is inherited, learned, or environmental.
Pick an organism
Inherited — from genes
Learned — from experience
Environmental — from surroundings
Traits Reference
Inherited Traits
Inherited traits come from your parents through genes. You are born with them.
- Eye color
- Hair texture
- Blood type
- Dimples
Learned Traits
Learned traits come from experience and practice. They can change.
- Reading ability
- Riding a bike
- Language spoken
- Musical skill
Environmental Traits
Environmental traits are caused by surroundings and conditions.
- Sun tan
- Scars
- Stunted growth (poor nutrition)
- Calluses