10.4 Evidence For Evolution Flashcards

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Darwin’s Theory Of Evolution

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Theory that describes the way in which organisms change over time as a result of natural selection.

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Natural selection

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Process whereby organisms that are better adapted to their environment are more likely to pass on their characteristics through their genetic makeup.

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Palaeontology

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The study of the history of life on Earth based on fossils. Is evidence for evolution as similarities and advancements can be seen in the earliest of fossils.

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Fossils record

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Collection of fossils documenting the history of life on Earth

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Comparative anatomy

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Study of similarities and differences in the anatomy of different living species.

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Homologous structure

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Structure that appears superficially different in different organisms, but has the same structure. Eg pentadactyl limb of vertebrates.

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Divergent evolution

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Describes how different species can evolve from a common ancestor. Includes different adaptive features.

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Comparative biochemistry

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Study of similarities and differences in proteins and other molecules that control life processes. Can help to determine evolutionary links

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