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Unit 4
Adaptations and Evolution
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| evolution | change in a species over time |
| adaptation | trait that helps an organism survive; can be behavioral or structural |
| comparative anatomy | comparing the bones of animals to show they have a common ancestor |
| comparative embryology | comparing developing embryos to show common ancestor |
| natural selection | organisms that are more adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and pass on the genes to their offspring |
| genetic variation | different versions of the same gene |
| extinction | what happens to a species that is not able to adapt to their environment |