Natural Selection-Formative

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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 an adaptation?

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

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What is overproduction in the context of natural selection?

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Overproduction refers to a species producing more offspring than can possibly survive, leading to competition for resources.

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What is variation in a population?

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Variation refers to the differences in traits among individuals in a population, which can affect their survival and reproduction.

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What is the significance of opposable thumbs?

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Opposable thumbs provide the ability to grasp and manipulate objects, giving certain species an evolutionary advantage.

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How does camouflage relate to natural selection?

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Camouflage helps organisms blend into their environment, making them less visible to predators, which can enhance their chances of survival.

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What is the role of predators in natural selection?

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Predators can influence natural selection by preying on weaker or less adapted individuals, allowing stronger traits to be passed on.

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What is the difference between natural selection and evolution?

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Natural selection is a mechanism of evolution; evolution is the broader process of change in species over time.

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What is fitness in the context of natural selection?

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Fitness refers to an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment.

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What is the concept of survival of the fittest?

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Survival of the fittest means that individuals with traits better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.