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Evolution is a theory that explains how all living things developed from earlier types over many years.
True
The simplest forms of life arose less than 1 billion years ago.
False
Nearly all scientists reject the theory of evolution.
False
Fossils provide evidence that supports the theory of evolution.
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The study of DNA provides very strong evidence against evolution.
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Mutations are mistakes that occur during the process of gene copying.
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All variations or changes in genes are harmful to the individual.
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Natural selection is the process by which species become better adapted to their environments over time.
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Charles Darwin's theory of evolution was immediately accepted by all scientists and the general public.
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Darwin was able to explain how the process of evolution works, but not how new species develop from earlier forms.
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