Here are some other related terms:
* Heredity: The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
* Genotype: The genetic makeup of an organism.
* Phenotype: The observable characteristics of an organism, which are a result of its genotype and the environment.
* Genes: Units of heredity that are responsible for a particular trait.
* Chromosomes: Structures in the nucleus of cells that contain genes.
So, when discussing the inherited traits of a plant or animal, we are essentially talking about its genetics and how those genes influence its characteristics.
