Question

traits that are expressed through genes can be inherited. select all of the characteristics that are acquired through environmental influences cannot be inherited.
eye color
ability to play the piano
lost tail from predator
scars
skin color
fur color

Explanation:

Inherited traits are determined by genes (e.g., eye color, fur color, skin color). Acquired traits come from environment/experiences and aren't inherited.

• Eye color: Inherited (gene - based).
• Ability to play piano: Acquired (learned, not genetic).
• Lost tail from predator: Acquired (injury/response, not genetic).
• Scars: Acquired (injury - related, not genetic).
• Fur color: Inherited (gene - based).
• Skin color: Inherited (gene - based).

So the traits acquired (not inheritable) are Ability to play the piano, Lost tail from predator, Scars.

Answer:

Ability to play the piano, Lost tail from predator, Scars