Evolution Flashcards
1
Q
Who was Charles Darwin?
A
An English naturist who was the first person to propose how evolution takes place through natural selection. The then put his theory down in the book titled “On the Origin of Species”.
2
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What did Darwin say made species adapt and change by?
A
- Variation
- Over-production
- Struggling for existence - competition
- Survival
- Useful characteristics
- Gradual change
3
Q
Why did Darwin’s ideas create a lot of controversy?
A
His ideas created a lot of controversy because his ideas are seen to be conflicting with the religious views of evolution.
4
Q
What support is there for Darwin’s theory?
A
- There is 99% similarity between human DNA and chimpanzee DNA, but only 88% between human and horse DNA - showing how organisms have evolved over time but share a common ancestry.
- Bacterial resistance to antibiotics is an example of evolution in action.
5
Q
How does the scientific community play an important role in validating evidence?
A
- Scientific journals publish work if validated
- The peer review
- Scientific conferences are held to communicate ideas
6
Q
What is speciation?
A
Speciation provides evidence for the natural selection of organisms.
