Evolution Vocab Quiz

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Random error in gene replication causing change

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Mutation

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Formation of new species in evolution.

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Speciation

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Difference among individuals of the same species.

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Variation

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DNA segments coding for traits

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Genes

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Gradual change in a species over time

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Evolution

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Group of same species in a specific area

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Population

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Characteristic enhancing survival and reproduction in an environment.

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Adaptation

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Principle that all living things share a common ancestor

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Common Descent

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Survival and reproduction capability in an environment

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Fitness

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Natural selection: A process where individuals with certain inherited traits survive and reproduce more than others.

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Individuals with specific inherited traits survive and reproduce at higher rates.