Trait

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A trait is a genetically inherited observable feature of an individual's physical appearance or personality. Environmental conditions as well as natural genetic variation cause shifts or changes in genes which can result in an obsevable change in the expression of a trait.

Related References

• Definition of Trait Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary

See Also

• Allele
• Cells
• Chromosomes
• Phenotype
• Genotype
• DNA
• RNA
• Genetics
• Genetic engineering
• Natural selection
• Phenotypic plasticity