Intro to Evolution (40)

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What is evolution?

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Evolution is the process through which species change over time through genetic variation and natural selection.

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Is evolution an individual or population-wide process?

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Evolution is population-wide.

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What is the primary mechanism of evolution?

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Natural selection is the primary mechanism of evolution.

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How is evolution inherited?

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Evolution is inherited through genetic traits passed from parents to offspring.

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What does it mean to 'win' at natural selection?

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To 'win' at natural selection means to survive and reproduce.

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Is evolution a finished process?

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No, evolution is still happening.

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What is the pace of evolution?

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Evolution is generally a gradual process.

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What role does genetic variation play in evolution?

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Genetic variation provides the raw material for natural selection to act upon.

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What is natural selection?

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Natural selection is the process where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

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Can evolution occur without natural selection?

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Yes, evolution can occur through mechanisms like genetic drift and gene flow, not just natural selection.