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What is the primary process by which species gradually evolve into more complex forms?
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?
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?
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?
Which of the following is NOT a way in which fossils can be used to study evolution?
What is the primary mechanism by which new species arise?
What is the primary mechanism by which new species arise?
Which of the following is NOT a common limitation of fossil records?
Which of the following is NOT a common limitation of fossil records?
What is the main difference between adaptation and evolution?
What is the main difference between adaptation and evolution?
What is the main difference between natural selection and artificial selection?
What is the main difference between natural selection and artificial selection?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to the variation within a population?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to the variation within a population?