9. Organisms with strong survival traits are more likely to pass on the traits in reproduction explains the theory of __________________________________.(1 point)
Responses
[Choice A] heredity
[Choice A] heredity
[Choice B] selective breeding
[Choice B] selective breeding
[Choice C] natural selection
[Choice C] natural selection
[Choice D] evolution
[Choice D] evolution
The theory that explains how organisms with strong survival traits are more likely to pass on the traits in reproduction is natural selection.
The correct answer is C) natural selection.
To understand this theory, let's break down the options:
A) Heredity: Heredity refers to the passing on of genetic traits from parents to offspring. While heredity plays a role in the passing on of traits, it does not explain the theory being described here.
B) Selective breeding: Selective breeding is a process where humans intentionally breed certain organisms with desired traits to produce offspring with those traits. While selective breeding can lead to changes in populations over time, it is not the theory being described here.
C) Natural selection: Natural selection is the process by which organisms that are better adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce. This theory explains how traits that are advantageous for survival are more likely to be passed on to future generations. Organisms with these strong survival traits have a higher chance of reproducing and passing on their genes, leading to an increase in the frequency of these traits in the population over time.
D) Evolution: Evolution refers to the changes in populations of organisms over time, as a result of processes such as natural selection. While this option is related to the theory being described, it is not the specific theory itself.
Therefore, the correct answer is C) natural selection.