What is evidence for evolution?
Evidence for Evolution

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Evidence for evolution includes various types of data that support the theory that species change over time through processes like natural selection and genetic drift.
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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, such as the hind leg bones in whales.
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What does homologous structures mean?
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Homologous structures are anatomical features in different species that share a common ancestry, even if they have different functions.
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What is the significance of DNA comparison in evolution?
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Comparing DNA sequences helps determine the evolutionary relationships between organisms; more differences indicate more distant relationships.
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What is embryology in the context of evolution?
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Embryology is the study of embryos of various organisms, showing similarities in development that suggest a common ancestor.
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What type of evidence does fossil records provide?
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Fossil records provide evidence of past life forms and their evolution over time, showing changes in species.
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What is the role of natural selection in evolution?
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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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