Assumption 1: Evolutionary Influences Flashcards
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What Are The 2 Main Areas Of Evolutionary Influences To Explain In Exam Questions?
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- Theory Of Natural Selection
- Environment Of Evolutionary Adaptiveness (EEA)
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Who Came Up With The Theory Of Natural Selection?
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Darwin - Darwin’s Theory Of Natural Selection
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What Is Darwin’s Theory Of Natural Selection?
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- Any genetically determined behaviour that enhances an individual’s chance of survival and reproduction will be naturally selected.
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Where Does Natural Selection Take Place In Human Biology?
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At the genetic level.
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What Is An Example Of A Behaviour Due To The Theory Of Natural Selection?
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Altruistic behaviour, which is an inherited and adaptive trait.
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What Is Altruistic Behaviour, In Terms Of The Theory Of Natural Selection?
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Parents risking their lives to save their offspring, promoting the survival of their gene pool.
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