Evolution Vocab Flashcard

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Genetically controlled trait that enhances gene transmission ability

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adaptation

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Species adapt to their environment through

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natural selection

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Selective breeding method by humans for desirable traits

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artificial selection

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Ability of a species to pass genes to the next generation

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fitness

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All organisms are related through common ancestors.

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common descent

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Natural changes make two groups more alike and their phenotypes converge.

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Convergent evolution.

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Similar organisms evolve different phenotypes due to varying selection pressures.

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Divergent evolution

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Structures from the same embryonic tissues with different functions

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homologous structures

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Leftover remnants from past needs, like snake legs

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vestigal organs

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Alleles change frequency in a gene pool by chance.

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genetic drift