what? is the process by which characteristics are given from a parent to their offspring through genes. Genes determine many of your physical characteristics, such as your skin colour and what? your genes influence your physical and what? development. Heredity can also influence the rate you what? some what? can be passed on genetically too Genetic condition usually run in what? what? is an example of a generic disease. heredity is not the only what? of an individual growth and development. An individual what? can also affect their development.