Why do creationists often struggle with understanding genetics?

Evolutionary Biology Concepts and Misconceptions

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Amelia Wright
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Genetics is a complex and unintuitive field.
Genetics is not taught in schools.
They focus more on physics.
They lack interest in science.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of DNA in organisms?
To store energy.
To provide structural support.
To encode genetic information.
To transport nutrients.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a point mutation?
A deletion of a gene.
A duplication of an entire chromosome.
A rearrangement of DNA segments.
A change in a single base pair in DNA.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role do Hox genes play in development?
They specify regions of the body plan.
They control the speed of growth.
They determine the color of an organism.
They regulate energy production.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of evolution?
Genetic drift
Photosynthesis
Gene flow
Natural selection
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do creationists misrepresent the concept of mutations?
By suggesting mutations are always harmful.
By claiming all mutations are beneficial.
By arguing mutations are predictable.
By stating mutations do not occur.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is genetic drift?
A change in allele frequency due to chance.
The movement of genes between populations.
The selection of mates based on traits.
The duplication of genes.
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