THE STUDY OF CHARACTERISTICS FROM ONE ORGANISM TO ITS OFFSPRING IS WHAT?
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetics
It can be genetics, but also offspring learn from their parents. The more complex the organism, the greater the role of learning. Thus the characteristics of higher level organisms are developed from a complex interaction between genetics and life experiences. One of the main experiences is the parents "modeling" behavior for the offspring to imitate.
Rather than confusing the issue, I hope this helps a little more. Thanks for asking.
Rather than confusing the issue, I hope this helps a little more. Thanks for asking.