Natural selection - amplify

Natural selection - amplify

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8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is natural selection?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do genes play in determining traits?

Back

Genes are instructions for making protein molecules, and these proteins determine the traits of an organism.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can environmental changes lead to evolution?

Back

Environmental changes can create new challenges or opportunities, leading to changes in the traits that are advantageous for survival.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an adaptive trait?

Back

An adaptive trait is a characteristic that enhances an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a non-adaptive trait?

Back

A non-adaptive trait is a characteristic that does not provide any advantage in terms of survival or reproduction.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the height of giraffes relate to natural selection?

Back

Giraffes with taller heights may have better access to food in trees, leading to a higher chance of survival and reproduction.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to a population when the environment becomes colder?

Back

If the environment becomes colder, traits that provide insulation or warmth, such as thicker fur, may become more common in the population.

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