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Evolutionary Psychology
Snurfle Islands Evolution Vocabulary
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evolution
genetic change in populations over time
overproduction
In nature, more offspring are produced than the environment can support
adaptations
genetic traits that are helpful in the environment. You are born with them; you cannot get new adaptations during your lifetime.
genetic diversity
organisms in a population are genetically different from one another
struggle for existence
Death occurs because there are limited resources (like food), predators, and other challenges to survive in the environment.
fitting in to the environment
organisms with the best adaptations for their environment have the best chance to survive and reproduce.
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