Theories of Evolution

Which of the following statements explains

Lamarkc,s Theory of Use and Disuse?

• Body structures develop because of mutation.

• Body structures develop because they are not in use.

• Body structures develop because of competition.

• Body structures develop because they are used extensively.

What is a key idea in the concept of "Survival of the Fittest"?

• All individuals survive equally

• The fittest organisms produce the most offspring

• Resources are unlimited

• Evolution occurs instantly

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What process did Darwin describe as slow and gradual?

• Genetic mutation

• Natural disasters

• Evolutionary change

• Climate change

What is a result of genetic changes in a specific environment according to Darwin?

• Decrease in population size

• Changes in population characteristics over time

• Immediate extinction

• No effect on the population

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What theory is associated with the idea that species appear and disappear over time due to catastrophes?

• Uniformitarianism

• Catastrophism

• Natural Selection

• Inheritance of Acquired Characteristics

What is the main idea behind Lamarck's 'use and disuse' theory?

• Body parts used frequently will disappear

• Body parts not used will disappear

• Body parts used frequently will become stronger

• Body parts not used will become stronger

What does catastrophism explain about species?

• Gradual evolution

• Sudden appearance and disappearance

• Genetic mutation

• Environmental adaptation

What concept did Malthus contribute to the theory of evolution?

• Natural selection

• Genetic drift

• Principles of Population

• Mutation theory

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What is one of Darwin's summarized ideas about evolution?

• Evolution is a rapid process

• All species are fixed and unchanging

• Individuals better suited to their environment reproduce more

• Evolution is driven by random chance

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What is one of the factors that can be passed on within a population according to Darwin?

• Environmental changes

• Individual variations

• Climate conditions

• Resource availability

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