8 - Artificial Selection vs Natural Selection
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Define natural selection in one sentence.
💡 Hint: Think about survival in an environment.
What is one real-world example of artificial selection?
💡 Hint: Consider breeding pets or crops.
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What is the main driving force of natural selection?
💡 Hint: Consider what nature selects for.
True or False: Artificial selection can lead to unintended consequences such as reduced genetic diversity.
💡 Hint: Think about the impacts of selective breeding.
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Discuss the implications of artificial selection on future generations of bred organisms. How might it affect their adaptability in changing environments?
💡 Hint: Consider how breeding practices could leave out beneficial traits.
Evaluate the role of genetic variation in both natural and artificial selection. Compare their importance in evolutionary processes.
💡 Hint: Think about the processes that require diversity in genes and traits.
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