Ecology and Evolution

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Adaptation

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A trait that improves an organism's ability to survive and reproduce.

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Differential Reproduction

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Differences in reproductive success due to variations in traits.

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Evolution

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Changes in the genetic composition of a population over time.

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Extinction

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The complete disappearance of a species.

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Mutation

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A change in DNA that can introduce new traits.

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Natural Selection

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The process where individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce.

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Reproductive Isolation

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When populations cannot interbreed due to barriers.

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Specialist Species

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Species with narrow niches and specific requirements.

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Abiotic

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Non-living components of an environment.

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Biotic

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Living components of an environment.