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What does macroevolution emerge from?
What does macroevolution emerge from?
- Microevolutionary processes (correct)
- Random genetic mutations
- Environmental adaptations
- Species selection processes
Which of the following did Charles Darwin argue is the sole mechanism causing evolution?
Which of the following did Charles Darwin argue is the sole mechanism causing evolution?
- Migration
- Genetic drift
- Natural selection (correct)
- Macromutation
What do the adaptive peaks in Wright's models represent?
What do the adaptive peaks in Wright's models represent?
- The lowest fitness level for organisms
- Combinations of characters defining well-adapted phenotypes (correct)
- Potential changes in environmental conditions
- Species extinction events
How did Simpson adapt the models related to adaptive landscapes?
How did Simpson adapt the models related to adaptive landscapes?
What gap exists between adaptive peaks according to the models?
What gap exists between adaptive peaks according to the models?
What is the key feature of Wright's models regarding adaptive landscapes?
What is the key feature of Wright's models regarding adaptive landscapes?
Which process was championed for causing discontinuous change in evolution?
Which process was championed for causing discontinuous change in evolution?
Which process does NOT contribute to shifts between peaks in Wright's models?
Which process does NOT contribute to shifts between peaks in Wright's models?
What does Darwin's principle of divergence predict about individuals or species that differ from their close relatives?
What does Darwin's principle of divergence predict about individuals or species that differ from their close relatives?
What is indicated by the 'buds' in Darwin's tree of life?
What is indicated by the 'buds' in Darwin's tree of life?
What phenomenon does Darwin associate with the principle of divergence?
What phenomenon does Darwin associate with the principle of divergence?
What was Ernst Mayr's view regarding Darwin's principle of divergence?
What was Ernst Mayr's view regarding Darwin's principle of divergence?
Which factor contributes to the gaps observed among living species, according to Darwin?
Which factor contributes to the gaps observed among living species, according to Darwin?
How did Darwin view the relationship between different species?
How did Darwin view the relationship between different species?
What does reproductive isolation imply in the context of speciation?
What does reproductive isolation imply in the context of speciation?
What is the effect of continued divergence between genetically isolated species?
What is the effect of continued divergence between genetically isolated species?
What leads to the increase in the probability of extinction in isolated populations?
What leads to the increase in the probability of extinction in isolated populations?
Which concept aligns with Darwin's idea regarding the cause of extinction?
Which concept aligns with Darwin's idea regarding the cause of extinction?
What was a limitation of the support for Darwin's mechanism of macroevolution?
What was a limitation of the support for Darwin's mechanism of macroevolution?
How has evidence for Darwin's principle of divergence emerged more rapidly?
How has evidence for Darwin's principle of divergence emerged more rapidly?
What is one outcome of the cycling process related to habitat occupation?
What is one outcome of the cycling process related to habitat occupation?
Which of the following concepts emerged independently but relates to Darwin's principle?
Which of the following concepts emerged independently but relates to Darwin's principle?
What does Darwin's linking of extinction to diversification imply?
What does Darwin's linking of extinction to diversification imply?
What was a significant element missing in Darwin's explanation for macroevolution?
What was a significant element missing in Darwin's explanation for macroevolution?
What typically happens to species that become extinct due to competition?
What typically happens to species that become extinct due to competition?
Which species type is described as 'living fossils'?
Which species type is described as 'living fossils'?
What is a common trend in the diversification of lineages over time?
What is a common trend in the diversification of lineages over time?
What can be inferred about species that are most different from one another at a node?
What can be inferred about species that are most different from one another at a node?
How are diverging lineages represented in the diagram of diversification?
How are diverging lineages represented in the diagram of diversification?
What does the x-axis represent in the context of lineage diversification?
What does the x-axis represent in the context of lineage diversification?
Why do some descendants survive while others become extinct during lineage diversification?
Why do some descendants survive while others become extinct during lineage diversification?
What happens to the species that occupy similar ecological space during diversification?
What happens to the species that occupy similar ecological space during diversification?
What is the relationship between microevolution and macroevolution?
What is the relationship between microevolution and macroevolution?
Who contributed to the understanding of phylogenetic analyses of angiosperm family pairs?
Who contributed to the understanding of phylogenetic analyses of angiosperm family pairs?
Which study discusses energy-diversity theory in relation to species richness?
Which study discusses energy-diversity theory in relation to species richness?
What concept does Ricklefs explore in the context of tropical rainforests?
What concept does Ricklefs explore in the context of tropical rainforests?
Which organization provided support for the research conducted by D.N.R.?
Which organization provided support for the research conducted by D.N.R.?
What concept did Schluter aim to update in his work from 2000?
What concept did Schluter aim to update in his work from 2000?
Which of the following authors worked on ecological character displacement in sticklebacks?
Which of the following authors worked on ecological character displacement in sticklebacks?
Which publication year corresponds to Simpson's work on the Major Features of Evolution?
Which publication year corresponds to Simpson's work on the Major Features of Evolution?
What is a primary focus of the studies by Rickylf et al. regarding the West Indian avifauna?
What is a primary focus of the studies by Rickylf et al. regarding the West Indian avifauna?
Who conducted research on the predictability of extinction related to mammals?
Who conducted research on the predictability of extinction related to mammals?
Which research specifically looked into the relationship between Miocene ungulates and terrestrial primary productivity?
Which research specifically looked into the relationship between Miocene ungulates and terrestrial primary productivity?
What aspect of evolution do Nee and colleagues focus on in their 1994 publication?
What aspect of evolution do Nee and colleagues focus on in their 1994 publication?
Which study is associated with the diversity of angiosperms and paleolatitudinal gradients?
Which study is associated with the diversity of angiosperms and paleolatitudinal gradients?
Flashcards
Darwin's Principle of Divergence
Darwin's Principle of Divergence
Species succeed by differing from their relatives in how they survive and reproduce.
Divergence in populations
Divergence in populations
Populations or species diverge from each other because of evolutionary changes driven by natural selection.
Cladogenesis
Cladogenesis
The splitting of one ancestral species into multiple descendant species over time.
Reproductive Isolation
Reproductive Isolation
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Modern Synthesis
Modern Synthesis
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Extinction
Extinction
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Evolutionary Tree
Evolutionary Tree
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Ecological Space
Ecological Space
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Macroevolution
Macroevolution
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Microevolution
Microevolution
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Natural Selection
Natural Selection
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Adaptive Landscape
Adaptive Landscape
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Macromutation
Macromutation
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Species Selection
Species Selection
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Key Adaptations
Key Adaptations
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Adaptive Peaks
Adaptive Peaks
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Extinction of species
Extinction of species
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Diversification
Diversification
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Living fossils
Living fossils
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Lineage
Lineage
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Rapid diversification
Rapid diversification
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Competition for resources
Competition for resources
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Adaptive radiation
Adaptive radiation
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Relationship: Microevolution and Macroevolution?
Relationship: Microevolution and Macroevolution?
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How does lineage origin rate impact diversity?
How does lineage origin rate impact diversity?
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Does energy-diversity theory explain species richness?
Does energy-diversity theory explain species richness?
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Character Displacement
Character Displacement
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Taxon Cycle
Taxon Cycle
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Phylogenetic Analysis
Phylogenetic Analysis
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Speciation
Speciation
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Ecological Niche
Ecological Niche
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Darwin's Extinction Hypothesis
Darwin's Extinction Hypothesis
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Darwin's Divergence Principle
Darwin's Divergence Principle
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Island Biogeography
Island Biogeography
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Extinction & Diversification Link
Extinction & Diversification Link
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Sympatric Speciation
Sympatric Speciation
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Darwin's Macroevolutionary Legacy
Darwin's Macroevolutionary Legacy
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Modern Extinction Studies
Modern Extinction Studies
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Study Notes
Darwin's Bridge Between Micro and Macroevolution
- Evolutionary biologists study the relationship between microevolution (adaptation) and macroevolution (speciation).
- Microevolution is observable in nature and labs, while macroevolution happens over vast time spans, making it difficult to witness.
- Charles Darwin proposed a way to understand the connection between these two processes.
- Darwin's ideas based on four principles: individual variation transmitted to offspring, overproduction of offspring, limited resources creating struggle, and survival of the fittest.
- Microevolution is gradual changes in populations over time.
- Macroevolution involves species formation and larger taxonomic changes, such as organ development.
- Darwin noted problems with macroevolution: gaps in the fossil record and sudden appearances of complex features like eyes.
- Most biologists see macroevolution as a large-scale version of microevolution.
- Darwin's key concepts for macroevolution were divergence and extinction, both influenced by the struggle for existence.
Divergence and Extinction
- Extinction was a debated topic in Darwin's time.
- Cuvier argued extinct organisms were not alive in other undiscovered places.
- Lamarck proposed that fossils evolved into modern forms.
- Darwin adopted Cuvier's view of extinction, suggesting it's a consequence of evolution (competition and superior adaptations).
- Extinction results from factors pushing populations to decline.
- Darwin thought interactions between organisms (rather than just the environment) are the main driver behind evolution.
- Divergence is the process where organisms in populations or species become different.
- Darwin believed the biggest drivers of divergence were among the most similar organisms, because they compete the most for resources.
Modern Understanding of Divergence
- Divergence has been supported by the study of evolutionary ecology.
- Closely related species often occupy different ecological niches (have different requirements and behaviors).
- Character displacement is where two species diverge more distinctly when living in the same area.
- Species selection and adaptive radiation have been supported by observations of rapidly diversifying lineages like the Galapagos finches.
- Heterochrony is a rapid evolution mechanism related to changes in the timing of development.
- Phylogenies, derived from evolutionary relationships, help understand lineage diversification.
Update on Extinction
- Fossil records show mass extinctions (major events, often linked to environmental changes).
- Darwin's ideas about extinction through interaction are important.
- Modern conservation biology explores contemporary extinctions, connected to species interactions (e.g., habitat loss, invasive species).
- Darwin's concept of background extinctions from interactions remains less well-understood.
Bringing Divergence and Extinction Together
- Darwin believed one species' success depends on the failure of related species.
- Palaeontological studies often show replacements between existing organisms, which support Darwin's ideas.
- Species replacements are linked to major environmental changes.
- Recent research supports Darwin's focus on interactions among species as a cause of extinction.
- A comprehensive understanding of macroevolution requires combining microevolution, ecological factors, and historical context.
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Explore the fundamental principles that link microevolution and macroevolution as proposed by Charles Darwin. This quiz delves into how individual variations, adaptation processes, and speciation contribute to the evolutionary narrative. Understand the significance of Darwin's ideas in the context of modern evolutionary biology.
