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Which of these options is considered by scientists to be primarily responsible for evolution?
One of the most important features of Galapagos finches is that the shape of their _______ is related to their _____ habits.
beak, feeding
The medium ground finch of the Galápagos islands feeds on small seeds, produced in abundance during ____ years.
wet
Prior to 1850, the melanic form of the peppered moth in Europe was:
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Bernard Kettlewell tested Tutt's hypothesis on peppered moths by releasing____ numbers of dark and light individuals into two sets of woods, and then recapturing and counting the dark and light individuals that ______ in each of the woods.
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The primary process responsible for evolution is ________ _______.
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Galapagos finches with powerful thick beaks typically eat large:
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Peter and Rosemary Grant studied natural selection in Galápagos finches for more than 40 years; which species was the focus of their research?
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Starting in 1850 when Europe became industrialized, the frequency of melanic forms of the peppered moth in populations ______ until they made up ______ of some population.
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How did Bernard Kettlewell test Tutt's hypothesis about peppered moths?
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The phenomenon, where dark forms of moths become more prevalent than light forms in industrialized areas, is known as:
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The observation that the relative frequencies of melanic to light peppered moths changes with the color of tree bark provides support for:
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In ______ selection, humans choose the parents of the next generation, while ________ selection, organisms that survive and reproduce are those that pass their genes on.
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True or false: Artificial selection has only recently become possible because of advances in our knowledge of genetics.
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In the laboratory setting, selection for a trait in fruit flies:
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The primary difference between natural and artificial selection is:
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Economically important organisms that have been modified significantly through artificial selection include:
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The great variety of breeds of cats, dogs and other domestic animals have arisen through:
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What type of evidence for evolution is provided by fossils?
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True or false: Even though humans have used artificial selection for centuries, only animals have been significantly modified by our efforts.
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Varieties of which of the following organisms are the result of artificial selection?
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In all cases when scientists have performed artificial selection experiments on fruit flies, a strong and predictable ____ response has been observed.
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Study Notes
Evolutionary Processes
- Natural selection is primarily responsible for evolution.
- Processes altering a population's genetic makeup include natural selection, mutation, migration, and genetic drift.
Galapagos Finches
- Finch beak shapes are linked to their feeding habits.
- The medium ground finch feeds on small seeds, which are abundant during wet years.
- Galapagos finches exhibit different beak types: powerful thick beaks for large seeds, small narrow beaks, and sharp beaks for blood.
Peppered Moths
- Before 1850, the melanic form of the peppered moth was very rare in Europe.
- Industrial melanism describes the prevalence of dark moths in polluted areas.
- Bernard Kettlewell tested Tutt's hypothesis by releasing equal numbers of dark and light moths in different woods and later recapturing them to assess survival rates.
Natural Selection Evidence
- Light moths increase in abundance with clean air legislation, supporting natural selection.
- The frequency of melanic forms of peppered moths increased in industrial areas, demonstrating adaptation to environmental changes.
Artificial Selection
- Artificial selection has been utilized by humans for centuries, not just recently due to advances in genetics.
- The primary distinction between natural and artificial selection is how breeding parents are chosen—either by humans or by survival of the fittest.
- Economically significant organisms modified through artificial selection include corn, cattle, and pigs.
Additional Facts
- Domestic animals such as cats and dogs have diversified breeds via artificial selection.
- Fossils provide direct evidence of evolution.
- Fruit fly selection experiments consistently yield predictable evolutionary responses.
Misconceptions
- Artificial selection has led to significant modifications in both animals and plants, countering the notion that only animals have been affected.
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Test your knowledge on the key processes that influence the genetic makeup of populations, especially with a focus on natural selection. This set of flashcards also covers the fascinating adaptations of Galapagos finches and their feeding habits. Perfect for students studying evolution and natural selection concepts.
