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Evolutionary Biology focuses on how species evolve over time, driven by natural selection and genetic change. It explores the diversity of life and the processes that have led to the development of different species. In the context of Epigenetics, Evolutionary Biology investigates how epigenetic modifications can influence evolution, as they can be inherited and affect gene expression, thereby impacting fitness and survival. This field bridges the gap between Genetics and Epigenetics by examining how heritable genetic variation and environmentally influenced epigenetic changes interact to shape organismal traits and evolutionary processes.