Evolution Flashcards
1
Q
Why was Lamark
wrong?
A
He believed the adapted in their life time when it was over hundred of years
2
Q
Give an example of adaptation?
A
- stretched legs
* stretched necks
3
Q
What did Darwin believe?
A
That a population has variation the ones with the beneficial characteristics survive. They reproduce and pass on favourable allele to offspring. Gradually over one species evolve
4
Q
What is an allele?
A
A variation of the gene
E.g hair/blonde black brown
5
Q
What was Darwins theory called?
A
Natural selection!
6
Q
What did Lamark believe?
A
Adaption- they squire characteristics in their life time and pass this on to offspring
