Evolution 1
The process in which a species has changed over time is known as this.
Evolution
He is known as the Father of Evolution
Charles Darwin
Father of Evolution
Charles Darwin
While in the Galapagos Islands, Darwin noticed that the Finches' beak shape had evolved based on the...
food source
Similar structures that evolved from a common ancestor such as bones humans, cats, bats, and whales have in common.
Homologous Structures
a genetically determined characteristic.
Trait
Any inherited trait that increases an organism's chance of survival is known as this.
adaptation
Populations that are more likely to survive a changing environment need to have lots of ...
genetic variations
Preserved remains of ancient organisms
fossils
Selection based on man made manipulation
artificial selection
The concept that organisms who are the best suited to their environment will be the most successful
survival of the fittest
Evolutionists believe that similar organisms evolved from a(n)
Common ancestor
When an organism completely dies out.
Extinction
is the exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes that results in recombinant chromosomes. occurs during Meiosis I.
crossing over
According to the modern theory of evolution, new traits are produced by....
Mutations
If a population were to become separated or geographically isolated for a long period of time, this may lead to
New species, speciation
Which term refers to the process by which individuals that are better suited to the environment survive and reproduce therefore passing down their genes to their offspring?
Natural Selection
Organs/ structures that no longer serve a purpose and have disappeared or reduced in size.
Vestigial Organs/Structures
Being able to blend in with your environment.
camouflage
If the same antibiotic is used too many times, it can become less effective against a certain type of bacteria. This is known as ...
antibiotic resistance