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What is an adaptation in biology?
What is an adaptation in biology?
- A characteristic acquired through interactions with the environment
- A characteristic that allows an organism to survive and reproduce successfully (correct)
- A behavior that is learned during an organism's lifetime
- A trait that is common among all organisms
Which of the following best describes natural selection?
Which of the following best describes natural selection?
- The process by which individuals with certain inherited traits are more likely to survive and reproduce (correct)
- The random process of choosing traits to pass on to offspring
- The deliberate selection of traits by organisms to match their environment
- The passing on of acquired characteristics to offspring
How does natural selection influence antibiotic resistance in bacteria?
How does natural selection influence antibiotic resistance in bacteria?
- It creates antibiotic resistance in bacteria through genetic engineering
- It has no impact on antibiotic resistance in bacteria
- It decreases the reproductive success of antibiotic-resistant bacteria
- It enhances the reproductive success of bacteria with random mutations conferring resistance (correct)
Which statement about evolution is true?
Which statement about evolution is true?
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What role does natural selection play in evolution?
What role does natural selection play in evolution?
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Which of the following is an example of an adaptation?
Which of the following is an example of an adaptation?
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