Darwin's Finches

What is the main reason whales need to come to the surface of the water?

• To breathe

• To hunt for food

• To socialize with other whales

• To escape predators

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The theory of natural selection was described by Charles Darwin in his book, On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, published in which year?

• 1859

• 1831

• 1845

• 1865

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Darwin's study of finches led to the development of which important scientific theory?

• Theory of Relativity

• Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection

• Theory of Gravity

• Theory of Plate Tectonics

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The process by which organisms evolve adaptations to their environment over time is known as _______.

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What role does natural selection play in the origin of new species?

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How did the environment of the Galápagos Islands influence the evolution of finches according to Darwin's observations?

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Explain how the resistance of insects to chemicals is an example of natural selection.

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