Biology: Sexual Reproduction
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Evolution refers to a change in the genetic makeup of a population over generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does natural selection play in evolution?

    <p>Natural selection determines which individuals are more likely to survive and reproduce, thus affecting the genetic makeup of a population over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an adaptation?

    <p>A moth with wing colors that blend in with its environment to avoid predators</p> Signup and view all the answers

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