evolution ap bio Flashcards

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the work of charles darwin

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origin of species- proposed natural selection as the primary mechanism for change
diverse groups of organisms evolve from the same common ancestor
evolution takes place through natural selection

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theory of evolution

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decent with modification

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adaptation

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the adjustment of organisms to their environment in order to improve their chances of survival in that environment

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natural selection

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a mechanism of evolution
organisms that are more adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and pass on those genes that aided their success
causes species to change and diverge over time
individuals with beneficial traits leave more offspring which changes frequency

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natural selection with the Galapagos finches

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