Evolutionary Biology Concepts
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What is the primary process by which species gradually evolve into more complex forms?

  • Artificial selection
  • Gene flow
  • Natural selection (correct)
  • Mutation and genetic drift

Which of the following is a key factor in determining which organisms will survive and reproduce in a changing environment?

  • Genetic drift
  • Mutation
  • Natural selection (correct)
  • Random chance

What is the main difference between artificial selection and natural selection?

  • Artificial selection occurs in captivity, while natural selection occurs in the wild
  • Artificial selection favors traits that are disadvantageous, while natural selection favors traits that are advantageous
  • Artificial selection is intentional, while natural selection is not (correct)
  • Artificial selection does not involve variation, while natural selection does

Which of the following is NOT a way in which fossils can be used to study evolution?

<p>Fossils can be used to determine the location of ancient oceans (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism by which new species arise?

<p>Natural selection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common limitation of fossil records?

<p>Fossils can provide complete information about ancient environments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between adaptation and evolution?

<p>Adaptation is a short-term process, while evolution is a long-term process (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between natural selection and artificial selection?

<p>Natural selection occurs in the wild, while artificial selection occurs in captivity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to the variation within a population?

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