Evolution

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What is evolution?

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Evolution is the process by which different kinds of living organisms develop and change over time through natural selection and genetic variation.

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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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What are homologous structures?

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Homologous structures are body parts in different species that are similar in structure but may serve different functions, indicating a common ancestor.

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What is adaptation?

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Adaptation is a trait that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.

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What is a common ancestor?

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A common ancestor is a species from which two or more different species have evolved.

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What is comparative anatomy?

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Comparative anatomy is the study of similarities and differences in the anatomy of different species.

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What are vestigial structures?

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Vestigial structures are body parts that have lost their original function through evolution.

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What is the fossil record?

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The fossil record is the history of life on Earth as documented by fossils, providing evidence of evolution.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a method of hiding or blending in with the environment to avoid detection by predators.

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What is variation in biology?

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Variation refers to the differences in traits among individuals in a population.