Evolution terms Flashcards
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Evolution
modern definition
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Change in allele frequencies in a population over time
2
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convergent evolution
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distantly related lineages acquire similar characteristics to adapt to similar environments
3
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adaptive radiation
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parts of a lineage acquire different characteristics to adapt to different environments
4
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genetic drift
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random chance
5
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Natural selection
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best suited for the environment have a high probability for survival and reproduction