7th Grade Topic 8 Natural Selection, Adaptation, and Evolution

7th Grade Topic 8 Natural Selection, Adaptation, and Evolution

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5th - 8th Grade

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1.

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What is natural selection?

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Natural selection is the process by which organisms that are better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

2.

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What does 'survival of the fittest' mean?

Back

'Survival of the fittest' refers to the idea that individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is an adaptation?

Back

An adaptation is a change in an organism that helps it survive in its environment.

4.

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Why are advantageous traits passed onto offspring?

Back

Advantageous traits are passed onto offspring because they increase the chances of survival and reproduction.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is a scientific theory?

Back

A scientific theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world that is based on a body of evidence.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do scientists test scientific theories?

Back

Scientists constantly test scientific theories through experiments and observations.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is variation in biology?

Back

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

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