9.When lions prey on a herd of antelope, some of the antelope are eliminated. Which part of the theory of evolution can be used to describe this situation?
(1) sexual reproduction of the fittest
(2) isolation of the species
(3) survival of the best adapted
(4) new species development due to mutation
IS IT is 4 or 2
i think it is 4
am confused now the answer is 1 or 2 it cant be 2 or 4
asexual reproduction of the fittest
the answer is 3
The correct answer is (3) survival of the best adapted.
In this situation, the theory of evolution that can best explain what's happening is the concept of survival of the best adapted. When lions prey on a herd of antelope, they specifically target the weaker or less adapted individuals within the herd. This leads to the elimination of those antelope that are not as well adapted to their environment.
Over time, this continuous process of predation by lions creates a selective pressure on the antelope population. Those individuals who are better adapted, such as those with faster speed, agility, or camouflage, have a higher chance of surviving and passing on their favorable traits to future generations.
The isolation of the species, as mentioned in option (2), does not directly apply to this situation. Isolation usually refers to physical or genetic barriers that prevent gene flow between populations, leading to speciation.
Option (4), new species development due to mutation, may occur over much longer periods of time and is not directly applicable in this immediate interaction between lions and antelope.
Therefore, the best answer is (3) survival of the best adapted.