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Differentiate between evolution and natural selection.

Evolution: The change in genetic makeup over time. | Natural Selection: The mechanism driving evolutionary change through differential survival and reproduction.

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Differentiate between evolution and natural selection.

Evolution: The change in genetic makeup over time. | Natural Selection: The mechanism driving evolutionary change through differential survival and reproduction.

What are the steps of natural selection?

  1. Variation in traits within a population. 2. Some variations are beneficial. 3. Beneficial variations are passed on, becoming more common.

In the context of Darwin's finches, what does beak size variation illustrate?

Adaptation to different food sources on different islands.