Differentiate between inherited and acquired traits.


Inherited traits refer to the trait present in the person by birth.
Acquired traits refer to the trait cultivated by the person during his/her lifetime.
Inherited traits are transmitted from one generation to another generation.
Acquired traits are not transmitted from one generation to another generation.
Inherited traits involve changes in the DNA of germ cells.
Acquired traits do not involve any DNA change in germ cells.
Examples of inherited traits are eye color, hair color, skin tone, and blood group.
Examples of acquired traits are reading books, cycling, swimming, learning a new skill, playing a musical instrument, and body size.

Final Answer:
Inherited traits are by birth and acquired traits developed during a lifetime.