Evolution Unit Test Review

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What is convergent evolution?

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Convergent evolution is the process where organisms from different evolutionary backgrounds develop similar traits or features due to adapting to similar environments.

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Who is known as the father of evolution?

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Charles Darwin is known as the father of evolution for his contributions to the theory of natural selection.

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What is artificial selection?

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Artificial selection is the process by which humans breed organisms for specific traits, such as breeding dogs for certain characteristics.

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Define adaptation in the context of evolution.

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Adaptation is a feature that enhances an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment.

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What is selective breeding?

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Selective breeding is the practice of breeding plants or animals for specific traits, such as breeding cows for higher milk production.

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What are homologous structures?

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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 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 is a vestigial structure?

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A vestigial structure is a body part that has lost its original function through evolution, such as the human appendix.

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Explain the concept of variation in a species.

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Variation refers to the differences in traits among individuals within a species, which can lead to evolutionary changes.

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What is the significance of Darwin's finches?

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Darwin's finches are a classic example of adaptive radiation, showing how species evolve different traits based on their environment.