Darwin vs. Lamarck Examples

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What is the main difference between Darwin's and Lamarck's theories of evolution?

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Darwin's theory emphasizes natural selection, where traits beneficial for survival are passed on, while Lamarck's theory suggests that traits acquired during an organism's life can be inherited.

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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 does the term 'acquired trait' mean?

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An acquired trait is a characteristic that an organism develops during its lifetime, which is not inherited genetically.

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What is the 'theory of use and disuse'?

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Lamarck's theory that suggests organisms can develop or lose traits based on their use or disuse during their lifetime.

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Who is known for the Theory of Evolution?

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Charles Darwin is known for developing the Theory of Evolution.

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Can the color-changing fur of the Arctic wolf be considered an evolutionary trait?

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Yes, it is an evolutionary trait that helps the wolf adapt to its environment.

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Did Lamarck believe that giraffes could stretch their necks to reach food?

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Yes, Lamarck believed that giraffes could stretch their necks and that this trait could be passed to their offspring.

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What is a key concept of Darwin's theory?

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A key concept is that species evolve over time through the process of natural selection.

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What is an example of an inherited trait?

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An example of an inherited trait is the color of a flower, which is passed down from parent plants.

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What does 'survival of the fittest' mean?

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'Survival of the fittest' refers to the idea that individuals best adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.