Ghj Flashcards

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What does Darwin’s theory of selection state?

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Darwin’s theory of selection states that through natural selection, species evolve over time to adapt to their environment.

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True or False: Darwin’s theory of selection emphasizes the role of competition for resources in driving evolution.

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True

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Fill in the blank: Darwin’s theory of selection is based on the principle of ________ selection.

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natural

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What is the main mechanism proposed by Darwin’s theory of selection for evolution?

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Natural selection

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What term describes the process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring?

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Survival of the fittest

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According to Darwin’s theory of selection, what drives the process of evolution?

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Adaptation to the environment

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What is the key concept that underlies Darwin’s theory of selection?

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Descent with modification

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In Darwin’s theory of selection, what is the role of genetic variation in evolution?

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Genetic variation provides the raw material for natural selection to act upon.

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What is the ultimate goal of natural selection according to Darwin’s theory?

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To increase the fitness of a species to survive and reproduce in its environment.

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How does Darwin’s theory of selection differ from Lamarck’s theory of evolution?

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Darwin’s theory emphasizes natural selection as the driving force of evolution, while Lamarck’s theory focused on the inheritance of acquired traits.

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