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observable characteristics

[/əbˈzɜːrvəbəl ˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪks/]
noun
características observáveis
1. Physical or behavioral traits that can be directly perceived or measured through observation
The observable characteristics of the plant include its height, leaf color, and flower shape.
As características observáveis da planta incluem sua altura, cor das folhas e forma das flores.
2. Visible or detectable features used in scientific classification and identification
Scientists use observable characteristics to distinguish between different species.
Os cientistas usam características observáveis para distinguir entre diferentes espécies.
3. Phenotypic traits that manifest externally as opposed to genetic makeup
Eye color and height are observable characteristics determined by genetics.
A cor dos olhos e a altura são características observáveis determinadas pela genética.
Synonyms
visible traitsdetectable featuresphenotypic traitsdistinguishing featuresapparent qualities
Antonyms
hidden characteristicslatent traitsgenetic makeupunobservable properties

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
características observáveis
Standard usage in Brazilian scientific and educational contexts
São Paulo
características visíveis
Common alternative emphasizing visibility
Portugal
características observáveis
Standard usage in Portuguese scientific terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

what you see is what you get
visible to the naked eye
observable at first glance
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