The process by which physical and biological characteristics (traits) are transmitted from parents to their offspring is known as
A) genetics.
B) transmission.
C) inheritance.
D) mutation.

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The word "inheritance" specifically refers to the process by which traits are passed down from parents to offspring. "Genetics" refers to the study of inherited traits and their variation, but does not encompass the process of transmission itself. "Transmission" is a general term that could refer to any type of transfer or communication, and "mutation" suggests a change in genetic material that may or may not be passed down to offspring.

The Process by Which Physical and Biological Characteristics (Traits) Are