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What is 'natural selection'?

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Natural selection is a mechanism of evolution where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

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What does 'survival of the fittest' mean?

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'Survival of the fittest' refers to the idea that individuals or groups that are better adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

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Are all questions scientific?

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No, not all questions are scientific. Scientific questions must be testable and based on empirical evidence.

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What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

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The primary function of the circulatory system is to transport blood, nutrients, gases, and waste products throughout the body.

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Which type of cells are generally larger: prokaryotes or eukaryotes?

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Eukaryotes are generally larger than prokaryotes.

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What are amino acids?

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Amino acids are organic compounds that serve as the building blocks of proteins.

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What is the role of the kidneys in the excretory system?

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The kidneys filter waste products from the blood and regulate fluid balance in the body.

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Define 'homeostasis'.

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What is hybridization in biology?

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Hybridization is the process of combining different varieties or species of organisms to create a hybrid.

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What is the difference between artificial selection and natural selection?

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Artificial selection is the intentional breeding of organisms for desired traits, while natural selection occurs without human intervention.