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Evolution

Process of biological change over time.

evolutionary process evolutionary change

The process through which species undergo changes in traits over successive generations, primarily driven by natural selection and genetic variation.

Pronunciation

/ɪˈvɒljuːʃən/

Etymology

Evolution derives from the Latin word 'evolvere,' meaning to develop or unroll.

Explain Like I’m 5

Evolution is how living things change slowly over many generations, like how dogs have been bred to look and act differently.

Fun Facts

Evolution explains why humans share a common ancestor with chimpanzees
Antibiotic resistance in bacteria is an example of evolution happening quickly
Evolution isn't always about becoming 'better'
it's about adapting to the environment

FAQ

What is evolution? It's the process of living things changing over time
Who proposed the theory of evolution? Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace independently developed it
What is natural selection? It's the mechanism where organisms with helpful traits are more likely to survive and reproduce

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

biological change adaptation

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

speciation natural selection

Meronyms — Parts or Components

mutation genetic variation

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

biology life science

Indexes

biological process natural phenomenon scientific concept

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