How can specific phenotypes within a population lead to adaptation?
A. Decrease probability of survival and decrease adaptation.
B. Survival unaffected by phenotypes within a population.
C. Increase probability of survival and adaptation.
D.No effect on survival and adaptation.
C. Increase probability of survival and adaptation.
Specific phenotypes within a population can lead to adaptation by allowing certain individuals to have traits that are better suited for their environment. This increased probability of survival for individuals with beneficial phenotypes can lead to the spread of those traits within the population, ultimately resulting in adaptation to their specific environment. Over time, these advantageous traits can become more prevalent in the population, increasing overall fitness and leading to adaptation.