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What is the term used to describe the ability of an organism to survive and reproduce?
What is the term used to describe the ability of an organism to survive and reproduce?
Which evidence for evolution suggests that species share a common ancestor due to similar anatomical structures?
Which evidence for evolution suggests that species share a common ancestor due to similar anatomical structures?
Which of the following best describes the phenomenon of 'Survival of the fittest'?
Which of the following best describes the phenomenon of 'Survival of the fittest'?
Why is variation within a species important for survival?
Why is variation within a species important for survival?
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What does the term phenotype refer to?
What does the term phenotype refer to?
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Vestigial organs are best described as which of the following?
Vestigial organs are best described as which of the following?
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What does biochemistry suggest about the relationship between species?
What does biochemistry suggest about the relationship between species?
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Which of the following is NOT considered one of the evidences supporting the theory of evolution?
Which of the following is NOT considered one of the evidences supporting the theory of evolution?
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What term describes the process of change over time in a population's gene frequency?
What term describes the process of change over time in a population's gene frequency?
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Which step is NOT part of Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection?
Which step is NOT part of Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection?
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In the context of evolution, why is variation considered important?
In the context of evolution, why is variation considered important?
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What is the first step in Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection?
What is the first step in Darwin's Theory of Natural Selection?
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What role does adaptation play in Natural Selection?
What role does adaptation play in Natural Selection?
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Which of the following is a consequence of overpopulation?
Which of the following is a consequence of overpopulation?
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Which evidence does NOT support the Theory of Evolution?
Which evidence does NOT support the Theory of Evolution?
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What does the term 'inheritance' refer to in the context of evolution?
What does the term 'inheritance' refer to in the context of evolution?
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What is the main factor that increases the likelihood of a species' survival?
What is the main factor that increases the likelihood of a species' survival?
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Which process describes the mechanism by which certain traits become more common in a population?
Which process describes the mechanism by which certain traits become more common in a population?
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What role do vestigial organs play in the understanding of evolution?
What role do vestigial organs play in the understanding of evolution?
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What significant characteristic does phenotypic variation influence in the context of natural selection?
What significant characteristic does phenotypic variation influence in the context of natural selection?
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How does biochemical evidence support the theory of evolution?
How does biochemical evidence support the theory of evolution?
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Why is competition among individuals in a habitat crucial for natural selection?
Why is competition among individuals in a habitat crucial for natural selection?
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What do homologous body structures indicate about different species?
What do homologous body structures indicate about different species?
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What is an example of a factor that could lead to natural selection in a species?
What is an example of a factor that could lead to natural selection in a species?
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What is the process through which organisms best adapted to their environment survive and reproduce?
What is the process through which organisms best adapted to their environment survive and reproduce?
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Which of the following describes the first step in Darwin's Theory of Evolution?
Which of the following describes the first step in Darwin's Theory of Evolution?
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Which term refers to the genetic changes within a species that lead to different traits?
Which term refers to the genetic changes within a species that lead to different traits?
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Darwin's observations during his voyage led him to which conclusion about species?
Darwin's observations during his voyage led him to which conclusion about species?
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What is one consequence of overpopulation in a species?
What is one consequence of overpopulation in a species?
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Which one of the following is NOT considered evidence supporting the theory of evolution?
Which one of the following is NOT considered evidence supporting the theory of evolution?
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What is an adaptation in the context of evolution?
What is an adaptation in the context of evolution?
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Which of the following best illustrates the concept of competition among species?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of competition among species?
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Flashcards
Evolution
Evolution
Change in the genetic makeup of a population over time.
Natural Selection
Natural Selection
The process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and reproduce more successfully.
Importance of Variation
Importance of Variation
The more variation within a species, the more likely it will survive. If everyone is the same, they're all vulnerable to the same environmental changes or diseases.
Competition in Natural Selection
Competition in Natural Selection
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Fitness in Natural Selection
Fitness in Natural Selection
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Phenotype
Phenotype
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Fossil Record
Fossil Record
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Homologous Structures
Homologous Structures
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Overproduction
Overproduction
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Variation
Variation
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Adaptation
Adaptation
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Competition
Competition
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Inheritance
Inheritance
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Survival of the Fittest
Survival of the Fittest
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Study Notes
Chick Development & Darwin's Natural Selection
- Evolution is the process of change over time, specifically a change in the frequency of a gene or allele in a population over time.
- Natural selection is when organisms best adapted to an environment survive and reproduce more than others.
- Darwin proposed natural selection as the mechanism for evolution, and he observed variations in species, such as Darwin's finches, during his five-year voyage on the HMS Beagle, particularly in the Galapagos Islands.
- Darwin's theory of evolution occurs in four steps: overproduction, competition, variation, and survival.
- Overproduction: each species produces more offspring than can survive. Overpopulation can negatively have a dense population causing environmental deterioration, impaired quality of life, and possible population crash. However, overpopulation can be positive in that it still maintains a large enough population and genetic diversity (variation).
- Competition: individuals compete for limited resources such as food, water, space, and mates. Fitness is the ability to survive and reproduce. Not all individuals survive to adulthood.
- Variation: each individual has a unique combination of inherited traits. Adaptations are inherited traits that increase an organism's chances of survival. Genetic variation is what allows for adaptations to occur. Genetic variation is what causes individuals in the same species to be seen as different.
- Survival: the individuals with the best traits/adaptations will survive and have the opportunity to pass these traits to offspring. Natural selection acts on the phenotype (physical appearance), not the genotype (genetic makeup).
- Examples of adaptations include camouflage, for instance, a stick insect blends in with its environment, which helps it evade predators.
- Evidence for evolution include: the fossil record, homologous body structures, vestigial organs, embryology, and biochemical evidence.
Definitions
- Evolution: change over time, specifically in the frequency of genes and alleles in a population.
- Natural Selection: organisms best suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.
Four Steps of Natural Selection
- Overproduction: species produce more offspring than can survive.
- Competition: individuals compete for limited resources. This includes food, water, space, and mates.
- Variation: individual differences within a species. Some variations are adaptations that enhance survival.
- Survival of the fittest: individuals with favorable traits are more likely to survive and reproduce.
Importance of Variation
- Enables adaptation to changing environments.
- A higher variation within a species makes the species more likely to survive.
- If all members of a species are the same, they are all equally vulnerable to environmental changes or diseases.
Evidence Supporting the Theory of Evolution
- Fossil Record: preserved remains or traces of past organisms, showing a progression of life forms.
- Homologous Structures: similar anatomical features in different species suggesting a common ancestor.
- Vestigial Structures: seemingly useless structures that may have served a purpose in ancestors.
- Embryology: similar embryonic stages in different vertebrate species, indicating evolutionary relationships.
- Biochemical Evidence: similar DNA and protein sequences between species that are more closely related.
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Explore the foundational concepts of evolution and natural selection proposed by Darwin. This quiz covers the stages of evolution, the role of competition and variation, and the significance of overproduction in species development. Test your understanding of how these processes influence species survival and adaptation in various environments.
