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Which of the following is responsible for the formation of new species?
Which of the following is responsible for the formation of new species?
- Genetic variation, geographical, and reproductive changes (correct)
- Geographical and reproductive isolation
- Ability to walk upright and excessive use of hands for manipulation
- Increase in brain volume and body size
Approximately 7 crore years ago, the ancestors of monkey-like animals were:
Approximately 7 crore years ago, the ancestors of monkey-like animals were:
- The first human beings
- Lemur-like animals which evolved during this time (correct)
- Dinosaurs that disappeared at that time
- The first apelike animals
What evolutionary change took place around 4 crore years ago in monkey-like creatures?
What evolutionary change took place around 4 crore years ago in monkey-like creatures?
- Ability to walk upright and excessive use of hands for manipulation
- Increase in brain volume and body size
- Formation of new species
- Disappearance of tails (correct)
When did the true wise and intelligent man arise according to the given passage?
When did the true wise and intelligent man arise according to the given passage?
What leads to speciation according to the passage?
What leads to speciation according to the passage?
What is responsible for the formation of new species along with genetic variation?
What is responsible for the formation of new species along with genetic variation?
What is the main reason fossils are preserved underground?
What is the main reason fossils are preserved underground?
What technique is used to determine the age of fossils?
What technique is used to determine the age of fossils?
What does the initial similarity between vertebrate embryos provide evidence for?
What does the initial similarity between vertebrate embryos provide evidence for?
Which process is referred to as the transfer of information from DNA to mRNA?
Which process is referred to as the transfer of information from DNA to mRNA?
What is the main principle behind sudden changes in organisms?
What is the main principle behind sudden changes in organisms?
Which scientist provided evidence for protein synthesis occurring through genes?
Which scientist provided evidence for protein synthesis occurring through genes?
What does vestigial organ Appendix present in the human body serve as proof of?
What does vestigial organ Appendix present in the human body serve as proof of?
"Theory of inheritance of acquired characters" is associated with which scientist?
"Theory of inheritance of acquired characters" is associated with which scientist?
"Lamarckism" suggests that morphological changes in living organisms are due to:
"Lamarckism" suggests that morphological changes in living organisms are due to:
What has contributed to the development of weak wings in some bird species according to Lamarckism?
What has contributed to the development of weak wings in some bird species according to Lamarckism?
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Speciation
Speciation
The process of forming new species.
Genetic Variation
Genetic Variation
Variations in the genetic makeup of individuals within a population.
Geographical Isolation
Geographical Isolation
Separation of populations due to geographical barriers like mountains or rivers.
Reproductive Isolation
Reproductive Isolation
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Lemur-like Animals
Lemur-like Animals
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Tail Loss in Monkeys
Tail Loss in Monkeys
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Modern Humans
Modern Humans
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Fossil Preservation
Fossil Preservation
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Radiocarbon Dating
Radiocarbon Dating
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Vertebrate Embryonic Similarities
Vertebrate Embryonic Similarities
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Transcription
Transcription
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Mutations
Mutations
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Genes and Protein Synthesis
Genes and Protein Synthesis
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Appendix (Vestigial Organ)
Appendix (Vestigial Organ)
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Theory of Inheritance of Acquired Characters
Theory of Inheritance of Acquired Characters
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Lamarckism
Lamarckism
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