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Give an example of adaptation.
Finches' beaks adapting to different food sources.
What are chromosomes?
Thread-like DNA structures containing genes.
What are genes?
Specific DNA segments coding for traits.
What are mutations?
Random gene changes leading to new traits.
What is natural selection?
Process where traits enhancing survival are passed on.
Define adaptation in evolutionary terms.
Evolving traits to help organisms survive.
What does 'survival of the fittest' mean?
Being best suited to your environment, not strongest.
What is evolutionary psychology?
Studies how behavior evolves through natural selection.
Explain the role of heredity in behavior.
Genes create predispositions, environment shapes expression.
Describe the interaction of nature and nurture.
Genes and environment interact to shape traits/behavior.