Natural Selection and Adaptations

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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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What are adaptations?

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Adaptations are traits that enhance an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment.

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What is a behavioral adaptation?

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A behavioral adaptation is a change in behavior that helps an organism survive in its environment, such as hibernation or nocturnal activity.

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Who is known for developing the theory of evolution?

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Charles Darwin is known for developing the theory of evolution through natural selection.

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What is a mutation?

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A mutation is a random and permanent change to a gene that can lead to new traits in an organism.

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How do varying traits in a population contribute to adaptation?

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Varying traits in a population provide a genetic diversity that allows some individuals to survive better in changing environments.

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What is the significance of the peppered moth in studying natural selection?

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The peppered moth is significant because its color variation demonstrated how environmental changes can lead to natural selection.

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What is the difference between structural and behavioral adaptations?

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Structural adaptations are physical features of an organism, while behavioral adaptations are actions or behaviors that help an organism survive.

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What role does competition play in natural selection?

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Competition for resources can lead to natural selection, as individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce.

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What is the concept of survival of the fittest?

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Survival of the fittest refers to the idea that individuals with traits better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

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