What is the definition of variation in the context of evolutionary biology?
Evolutionary Biology Concepts Quiz

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The process by which new species are created.
The differences in physical traits among individuals of the same species.
The gradual change of a species over time.
The ability of an organism to change its traits in response to environmental changes.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of variation in bearded dragons?
All bearded dragons can change color to regulate their body temperature.
Some bearded dragons have longer tails than others.
Bearded dragons that eat more insects grow larger.
Bearded dragons live in various parts of Australia.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does overproduction refer to in evolutionary biology?
The excessive use of resources by an organism.
The production of more offspring than can possibly survive.
The increase in size of an organism over its lifetime.
The rapid growth of a population in an ecosystem.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of overproduction in bearded dragons?
A bearded dragon laying more eggs than the number of available nesting sites.
A bearded dragon growing larger when provided with abundant food.
Bearded dragons displaying bright colors to attract mates.
A bearded dragon eating every insect it encounters.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of competition in evolutionary biology?
The cooperation between different species to ensure survival.
The struggle between organisms to survive as they attempt to use the same limited resources.
The process by which species adapt to their environment.
The movement of organisms from one habitat to another.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of competition among bearded dragons?
Two bearded dragons basking on the same rock to absorb heat.
A bearded dragon shedding its skin more frequently in hot weather.
Bearded dragons spreading their beard to appear larger to predators.
A bearded dragon digging a burrow to escape the heat.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does adaptation mean in evolutionary biology?
The process by which a species becomes better suited to its environment.
The migration of a species to a more suitable habitat.
The decrease in a population due to environmental pressures.
The development of new species from existing ones.
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