Evolution and Adaptation Review

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What do fossils demonstrate in relation to evolution?

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Fossils demonstrate how species have changed over time.

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What is an example of a species adapting to its environment?

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A bird species developing a longer beak to access food in deep flowers.

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How does natural selection relate to genetic variation?

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Natural selection acts on genetic variation to favor certain traits.

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What is an example of a species that became extinct due to failure to adapt?

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The dodo bird, which could not fly and was hunted by humans.

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What is a simple way to demonstrate genetic variation?

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Observing different eye colors in a classroom.

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What is evolution?

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Evolution is the process by which species change over time through adaptations and natural selection.

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What is adaptation?

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Adaptation is a trait that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.

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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 role do mutations play in evolution?

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Mutations introduce genetic variation, which can lead to new traits that may be beneficial for survival.

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What is genetic variation?

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Genetic variation refers to the differences in DNA among individuals within a species.