Evolution

Definition of Evolution as it relates to Science, Genetics, Mutation

Evolution describes how species change and adapt over time, shaped by natural selection acting on genetic variation resulting from mutation. It encompasses mechanisms such as adaptation, speciation, and extinction, all of which are central to our understanding of biology and the diversity of life on Earth. In this hierarchy, it follows directly from Mutation, illustrating how genetic changes can lead to new traits and phenotypes that may become more or less common in populations through evolutionary processes.

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