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Is Evolution Random? - 12 Days of Evolution #2

Is Evolution Random? - 12 Days of Evolution #2

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology, Arts, Architecture

11th Grade - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explains that nature is often misunderstood as a random process, like a tornado creating a palace. However, while genetic variations are random, natural selection is not. Organisms use DNA blueprints to build, and through random genetic changes, some structures fail while others improve. Successful blueprints are reused, leading to the evolution of life. Nature doesn't aim for perfection but creates diverse life forms through non-random selection of random variations.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What does the text suggest about the number of 'houses' nature constructs?

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3 mins • 1 pt

In what way is life described as a combination of chance and selection?

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