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Different islands had different food sources, leading to variations in ______ size among finch populations.
Different islands had different food sources, leading to variations in ______ size among finch populations.
beak
The concept of ______ was first introduced by Charles Darwin.
The concept of ______ was first introduced by Charles Darwin.
natural selection
Over millions of years, these differences became pronounced enough that they are now considered different ______.
Over millions of years, these differences became pronounced enough that they are now considered different ______.
species
Organisms with traits better suited to their environment tend to ______ and reproduce more.
Organisms with traits better suited to their environment tend to ______ and reproduce more.
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Before the Industrial Revolution, most peppered moths had light coloring, which helped them blend in with the ______ on trees.
Before the Industrial Revolution, most peppered moths had light coloring, which helped them blend in with the ______ on trees.
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The process of natural selection involves three key factors: variation, ______, and survival of the fittest.
The process of natural selection involves three key factors: variation, ______, and survival of the fittest.
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However, as pollution darkened the trees, darker moths had a survival advantage because they were less visible to ______.
However, as pollution darkened the trees, darker moths had a survival advantage because they were less visible to ______.
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Differences in traits within a species, such as size or color, are known as ______.
Differences in traits within a species, such as size or color, are known as ______.
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Faster rabbits may escape predators more effectively due to their ______ advantage.
Faster rabbits may escape predators more effectively due to their ______ advantage.
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Over time, the population shifted to include more dark-colored moths, demonstrating ______ in action.
Over time, the population shifted to include more dark-colored moths, demonstrating ______ in action.
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When a population adapts to a new environment, it may lead to the formation of a new ______.
When a population adapts to a new environment, it may lead to the formation of a new ______.
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When bacteria are exposed to antibiotics, most are killed, but some may have genetic variations that allow them to ______.
When bacteria are exposed to antibiotics, most are killed, but some may have genetic variations that allow them to ______.
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Through variation, competition, and survival of the fittest, organisms develop new ______ that can lead to the emergence of new species.
Through variation, competition, and survival of the fittest, organisms develop new ______ that can lead to the emergence of new species.
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The separation of a population by physical barriers can lead to ______ isolation.
The separation of a population by physical barriers can lead to ______ isolation.
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The finches on the Galápagos Islands provide a classic example of how natural selection can lead to ______ change.
The finches on the Galápagos Islands provide a classic example of how natural selection can lead to ______ change.
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Study Notes
Natural Selection
- Natural selection is a process that explains how new species develop.
- Organisms better adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.
- This process leads to gradual changes in species.
Basics of Natural Selection
- Variation: Individuals within a species have differences in traits (e.g., size, color).
- Competition: Organisms compete for limited resources (e.g., food, water).
- Survival of the Fittest: Individuals with traits better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.
How New Species Emerge
- Adaptation: Organisms adapt to changing environments. (e.g., a shift in climate leads to advantageous traits like thicker fur in a population of rabbits)
- Geographic Isolation: Species are separated by barriers, preventing interbreeding. (e.g., groups separated by mountains or rivers) This leads to unique traits over time for each isolated group.
- Gradual Change: Significant changes occur over generations. (e.g., finches on the Galapagos Islands have different beak sizes due to different food sources on separate islands).
Real-World Examples
- Peppered Moths: Darker moths survived better in polluted environments as they were less visible to predators.
- Antibiotic Resistance: Bacteria with resistance to antibiotics survive and reproduce, leading to populations that are increasingly resistant.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of natural selection and how it drives the evolution of species. This quiz covers variation, competition, adaptation, and the emergence of new species due to environmental changes. Test your understanding of these key biological principles.
