Evolution And Mutation Flashcards
1
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What was Lamarck’s theory
A
He though that if an organism changed during its life in order to adapt to its environment it’s offspring would too
2
Q
What was Darwin’s theory
A
Organisms are all different to those who have the same variations that help them to survive in their environments survive and have more offspring
3
Q
What is mutation
A
A sudden change in a gene
4
Q
What are the three type of mutation
A
Beneficial- make the organism more successful
Neutral- has no effect on organisms upon ability to survive
Harmful- makes an organism more vulnerable
5
Q
What is classification
A
Allows us to group organisms together
