evolution ap bio Flashcards
the work of charles darwin
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
theory of evolution
decent with modification
adaptation
the adjustment of organisms to their environment in order to improve their chances of survival in that environment
natural selection
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
natural selection with the Galapagos finches