The fossil record provides evidence for the idea of natural selection by showing a pattern of changes in species over time. It demonstrates that different species have existed throughout history, and that they have varied in their characteristics. Fossils also show that some species have become extinct, while others have evolved and adapted to survive in different environments. This suggests that certain traits are more advantageous for survival, and that those who possess these traits are more likely to pass them on to future generations through the process of natural selection.
