Certain species-typical characteristics of humans may be restricted to a narrow range, despite wide variations in environmental conditions. An example of this type of characteristic includes the capacity for children to acquire language, which is itself an example of a(n) ____________ process.

A) heterozygous
B) canalized
C) heritable
D) resilient

Canalized

A term referring to traits that are strongly influenced by genetic factors and less affected by environmental conditions.

Species-Typical Characteristics

Traits or behaviors that are common and normative within a particular species.

Language Acquisition

The process by which humans acquire the capacity to perceive, produce, and use words to understand and communicate.