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Fitness

Mia Gonzalez

Mia Gonzalez

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Study Guide Overview

This AP Biology study guide covers natural selection as a mechanism of evolution. Key concepts include fitness, adaptation, and variation at the molecular level. Examples of molecular variation such as phospholipids, hemoglobin, and chlorophyll are discussed. The guide emphasizes how natural selection acts on existing variation and its role in shaping evolution. Finally, it provides exam tips, common pitfalls to avoid, and practice questions covering these topics.

Question 1 of 9

In the context of natural selection, what does 'fitness' primarily refer to? ๐Ÿค”

The physical strength of an organism

An organism's ability to survive and reproduce

The genetic diversity within a population

The overall health of an organism