Natural Selection and Selective Breeding

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What is natural selection?

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Natural selection is the process by which organisms that are better adapted to their environment tend to survive and reproduce more than those that are less well adapted.

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What is selective breeding?

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Selective breeding is the process of breeding plants and animals for particular genetic traits.

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Why do different species of birds have different beak shapes?

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Different beak shapes allow birds to eat different types of food, which helps them survive in their specific environments.

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What role does migration play in the survival of species?

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Migration allows species to move to warmer areas during harsh weather conditions, helping them survive.

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How do plants like beets store energy?

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Plants store energy in their roots, which can be used for growth and development.

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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a characteristic that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.

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Give an example of an adaptation in mammals that live in cold climates.

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A thick, furry coat is an adaptation that helps mammals like the mammoth survive in cold climates.

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What is the significance of the Galapagos finches in the study of evolution?

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The Galapagos finches are significant because they illustrate how natural selection can lead to the evolution of different species based on their adaptations to available food sources.

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What is the difference between natural selection and selective breeding?

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Natural selection occurs naturally in the wild, while selective breeding is a human-directed process.

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How does the environment influence natural selection?

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The environment determines which traits are advantageous for survival, influencing which organisms reproduce.