What is gradualism in the context of evolution?
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Gradualism is the theory that evolution occurs slowly and steadily over a long period of time, with small, incremental changes.
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What is punctuated equilibrium?
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Punctuated equilibrium is the theory that evolution occurs in rapid bursts of change followed by long periods of stability or stasis.
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How does natural selection influence the size of modern scorpions compared to their ancestors?
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Natural selection has led to changes in scorpions, resulting in them being much smaller than their extinct ancestors.
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What evolutionary pattern did Charles Darwin support?
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Charles Darwin supported the pattern of gradualism, believing that evolution occurs through small changes over long periods.
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Which species has the fewest amino acid differences compared to humans?
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Chimpanzees have the fewest amino acid differences compared to humans.
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What is the significance of amino acid differences in evolutionary biology?
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Amino acid differences can indicate the degree of genetic similarity and evolutionary relationship between species.
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What is the role of beneficial adaptations in evolution?
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Beneficial adaptations are traits that enhance an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment, contributing to evolutionary success.
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