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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| extinction | the end of a species; the death of the last individual organism of a species |
| genetic drift | the change in frequency of alleles within a population over time |
| gene flow | the exchange of genetic traits caused by organisms moving between two or more distinct populations |
| convergent evolution | the acquisition of the same biological trait in unrelated species |
| divergent evolution | the accumulation of differences between groups which can lead to speciation |
| natural selection | process by which various natural conditions cause populations to become adapted to their environment |
| genetic variation | the various genetic differences which can be seen in a species |
| population | all the members of the same species that inhabit a particular area |
| genetic diversity | the variation of genetic characters within a population or gene pool |
| continental drift | the gradual, slow movement of land masses relative to each other |
| adaptation | a trait or character which appears through evolution and improves the fitness of an organism |
| evidence | anything that is used to demonstrate or support a hypothesis |