Inheritance

Inheritance is a process in which assets, properties, or traits are passed down from one generation to the next, typically following the death of an individual. In a legal context, it refers to the transfer of a deceased person’s estate—such as money, real estate, and personal belongings—to their heirs, as dictated by a will or by laws governing estates. In biology, inheritance describes how genetic traits and characteristics are transmitted from parents to offspring, influencing physical appearance, behavior, and susceptibility to certain diseases. Essentially, inheritance involves the continuation of resources or attributes across generations.