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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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Who proposed the theory of Natural Selection?

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Charles Darwin proposed the theory of Natural Selection.

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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 with traits better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

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What is the difference between Natural Selection and Artificial Selection?

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In natural selection, traits benefit the species, while in artificial selection, traits are chosen by humans for specific purposes.

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What role do mutations play in Natural Selection?

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Mutations introduce new traits in a population, which can be beneficial, harmful, or neutral, influencing the process of natural selection.

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How do Superbugs relate to Natural Selection?

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Superbugs are bacteria that have developed resistance to antibiotics through natural selection, as those that survive reproduce and pass on their resistant traits.

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What is an example of Natural Selection in action?

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The peppered moth in England, which changed color due to pollution, is an example of natural selection.

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What is the importance of genetic variation in Natural Selection?

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Genetic variation provides the raw material for natural selection, allowing populations to adapt to changing environments.

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What is a common misconception about Natural Selection?

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A common misconception is that natural selection is a conscious process; it is actually an unconscious process driven by environmental pressures.

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What does it mean to 'win' at Natural Selection?

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To 'win' at natural selection means to survive and reproduce, passing on advantageous traits to the next generation.

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