16.1- Darwin's Voyage of Discovery Flashcards
1
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What is evolution?
A
The process of which organisms have changed over time.
2
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What are fossils?
A
Preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms.
3
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What are the three patters of biological diversity?
A
Locally, Globally, over time.
4
Q
Give an example of aspecies varying locally.
A
Galapagos Tortoises with different shaped shells.
5
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Give an example of a species varying globally.
A
Emus, ostriches, and rheas are similar animals that live on different parts of the world.
6
Q
Give an example of a species varying over time.
A
Glyptodont, an extinct species, have similar shells to armadillos.
