Natural Selection
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8th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is natural selection?
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Natural selection is the process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Do organisms consciously decide to evolve?
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No, organisms do not decide to evolve; they change due to natural selection.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
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What does the phrase 'Survival of the Fittest' mean?
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It refers to the concept of natural selection, where the fittest individuals are more likely to survive and reproduce.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do adaptations affect survival in natural selection?
Back
Adaptations are traits that enhance an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of natural selection in action?
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The coloration of moths; light-colored moths are favored in environments with light-colored tree trunks.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to organisms that are less adapted to their environment?
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They are less likely to survive and reproduce, leading to a decrease in their population over time.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What role does genetic variation play in natural selection?
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Genetic variation provides the raw material for natural selection, allowing some individuals to have advantageous traits.
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NGSS.MS-LS4-4
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