Natural Selection/Adaptations Review

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What is natural selection?

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The process by which organisms that are better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

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Define adaptation.

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A change in a species that makes it better suited to its environment.

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What is variation in a species?

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Differences in physical traits among individuals of the same species.

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What is the role of RNA in protein synthesis?

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RNA carries the genetic code from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are made.

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What is selective breeding?

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The process of breeding plants and animals for specific traits.

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What is a mutation?

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A change in the DNA sequence that can lead to new traits in an organism.

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What are environmental extremes?

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Harsh conditions in the environment that organisms must adapt to, such as drought or extreme temperatures.

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Give an example of an adaptation.

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The long neck of a giraffe, which helps it reach leaves high in trees.

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What is mimicry?

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An adaptation where one species evolves to resemble another species for protection or other advantages.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA stores genetic information, while RNA helps in the synthesis of proteins.