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Explain what survival of the fittest means.

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The question is asking for an explanation of the concept 'survival of the fittest,' which relates to evolutionary biology and natural selection. It seeks to clarify how this phrase contributes to the understanding of how species evolve and adapt over time.

Answer

organisms best adapted to their environment are more successful in surviving and reproducing

The final answer is 'organisms best adapted to their environment are more successful in surviving and reproducing.'

Answer for screen readers

The final answer is 'organisms best adapted to their environment are more successful in surviving and reproducing.'

More Information

The phrase 'survival of the fittest' was coined by Herbert Spencer after reading Charles Darwin's work. It describes the concept that organisms better adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

Tips

A common mistake is assuming 'fittest' means 'strongest' when it actually means best adapted to a specific environment.

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