Evolution VIdeo Quiz

What does biological evolution mean in terms of a population?

• Individuals change during their lifetime.

• A population's traits change over generations.

• Organisms become more complex.

• Fitness is about being strong.

Which of the following is a mechanism of evolution?

• Gene flow

• Photosynthesis

• Metabolism

• Gravity

What is genetic drift?

• A type of plant growth.

• A method of energy production in cells.

• A process where organisms choose their mates.

• A change in genetic makeup due to random events.

What is a homologous structure?

• A structure that has no function.

• A structure with the same function but different ancestry.

• A structure that is unique to one species.

• A structure inherited from a common ancestor.

How does biogeography support evolution?

• By showing how organisms are distributed on the planet.

• By explaining the chemical reactions in cells.

• By describing the weather patterns.

• By detailing the history of human civilizations.