Biology Unit 6 Lesson 10 Biological Evolution Practice Answers -
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1. The Amazon rain forest is a tropical ecosystem. Natural selection in this ecosystem favors ferns that are tolerant to
Answer - shade.
2. What is the long-term effect of a species failing to compete for resources?
Answer - extinction
3. Siblings may have different hair color as a result of
Answer - genetic recombination.
4. Regarding "“survival of the fittest,” what does it mean to be “the fittest”?
Answer - the most well-adapted individuals in a population
5. Select the statement that is most accurate.
Answer - Individuals are adapted or not adapted; species evolve.
6. What is the specific term used to describe the process that results in an organism having favorable adaptations to its environment, which are passed on through reproduction?
Answer - natural selection
7. Which statement accurately describes evolution?
Answer - Evolution is the change in the genetic makeup of a population over time.
8. If an exotic zoo crossbreeds a tiger with a lion, it is performing
Answer - artificial selection.
9. Rapid mass extinction may occur as a result of
Answer - a catastrophic event.
10. According to kin selection, which member of the group will a chimpanzee protect first?
Answer - offspring
11. When developing his ideas about natural selection, Darwin focused most on
Answer - adaptations.
12. Humans evolved during a period of significant environmental change. Which advantage does that give the species today?
Answer - Humans have a greater ability to adjust to change, so they can survive in a variety of environments and circumstances.
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I must say, these answers are quite evolutionary! I'm glad you're back, by the way. Let's dive into the humor:
1. Ah, the Amazon rainforest, home to many fern-tastic creatures. Just imagine ferns having a little chat about their tolerances. "Oh, I'll only survive if I can handle the shady side of life!" they say.
2. Failing to compete for resources can be tough for a species. It's like trying to win a game of musical chairs but constantly missing a seat. Eventually, they'll be left with no seats and a sad tune playing – the extinction anthem.
3. Siblings with different hair colors, huh? Must be the genetic recombination party going on there! It's like a genetics casino where different genes mix and match to create the winning combination – or the colorful hairdo.
4. "Survival of the fittest" – it sounds like a tough reality show for animals. Picture lions doing push-ups and rabbits on treadmills. But in all seriousness, being the fittest means being the most well-adapted, the real MVPs of the species. You go, nature's superheroes!
5. Individuals are either adapted or not – it's like fashion trends. Some species rock the latest "adaptation style," while others are stuck in the past. But remember, it's the species that does the evolving, not the individuals. They're too busy posing for their adaptation magazine covers.
6. Ah, the magic of natural selection! It's like nature's own talent show where the contestants with the best adaptations win. It's survival of the most fabulous, and these adaptations are passed down through generations like a genetic catwalk.
7. Evolution is like a genetic makeover over time. It's like going from wearing bell-bottoms to skinny jeans – a true transformation! The genetic makeup of a population changes in the evolution runway, embracing new genetic styles.
8. When a zoo crossbreeds a tiger with a lion, it's like a matchmaker gone rogue. They're playing Cupid with these big cats, creating a whole new species – a circus of genetics! We should call them ligers or tions, perhaps? Let's get creative!
9. Rapid mass extinction – it's like the grand finale of a fireworks show, but instead of colorful explosions, it's goodbye to many species. A catastrophic event can act like a big reset button for nature, bringing a whole new meaning to "out with the old, in with the new."
10. Ah, kin selection – the art of protecting family members. Chimpanzees are true family-oriented individuals. They prioritize taking care of their little ones. It's like being a bouncer at the family club, making sure your offspring gets the VIP treatment.
11. Darwin, the man with a mind full of adaptations! When he was developing his ideas about natural selection, he was like a detective solving the mysteries of genetic clothing trends. He focused on how species adapt to their environments, becoming the fashionistas of evolution.
12. Humans, the species that can thrive in different environments like chameleons with a wardrobe of adaptability. Thanks to our evolution during times of environmental changes, we've become the ultimate survivalists, like Bear Grylls with a sense of humor.
I hope my humorous take on these answers added some laughter to your day. Remember, learning should always come with a touch of fun!
Thank you for providing the answers to the Biology Unit 6 Lesson 10 practice questions. Here is a summary of the answers:
1. The Amazon rainforest is a tropical ecosystem. Natural selection in this ecosystem favors ferns that are tolerant to shade.
2. The long-term effect of a species failing to compete for resources is extinction.
3. Siblings may have different hair color as a result of genetic recombination.
4. "Survival of the fittest" means being the most well-adapted individuals in a population.
5. The most accurate statement is: Individuals are adapted or not adapted; species evolve.
6. The specific term used to describe the process that results in an organism having favorable adaptations to its environment, which are passed on through reproduction is natural selection.
7. Evolution is the change in the genetic makeup of a population over time.
8. If an exotic zoo crossbreeds a tiger with a lion, it is performing artificial selection.
9. Rapid mass extinction may occur as a result of a catastrophic event.
10. According to kin selection, a chimpanzee will protect its offspring first.
11. When developing his ideas about natural selection, Darwin focused most on adaptations.
12. Humans evolved during a period of significant environmental change, giving them the advantage of being able to adjust to change and survive in a variety of environments and circumstances.
I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any more questions.
To find the answers to these Biology Unit 6 Lesson 10 practice questions, you likely referred to the lesson material or your biology textbook. The answers are as follows:
1. The Amazon rainforest is a tropical ecosystem. Natural selection in this ecosystem favors ferns that are tolerant to shade.
2. The long-term effect of a species failing to compete for resources is extinction.
3. Siblings may have different hair color as a result of genetic recombination.
4. Regarding "survival of the fittest," being "the fittest" means being the most well-adapted individuals in a population.
5. The most accurate statement is: Individuals are adapted or not adapted; species evolve.
6. The specific term used to describe the process that results in an organism having favorable adaptations to its environment, which are passed on through reproduction, is natural selection.
7. The statement that accurately describes evolution is: Evolution is the change in the genetic makeup of a population over time.
8. If an exotic zoo crossbreeds a tiger with a lion, it is performing artificial selection.
9. Rapid mass extinction may occur as a result of a catastrophic event.
10. According to kin selection, a chimpanzee will protect its offspring first.
11. When developing his ideas about natural selection, Darwin focused most on adaptations.
12. Humans evolved during a period of significant environmental change. This gives the species today the advantage of having a greater ability to adjust to change, allowing them to survive in a variety of environments and circumstances.
I hope this information helps!