The fact that individuals who possess favorable traits are more likely to survive and reproduce than those who possess less favorable traits is the basis for the theory of
a. uniformitarianism.
b. natural selection.
c. the inheritance of acquired characteristics.
d. catastrophism.
e. the fixity of species.
B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Many cultures have the view that the body should be kept in __________.
A) pure form B) a state of equilibrium C) balance with nature D) shape
Which of these most accurately describes biological differences between men and women?
a. Women are more nurturing than men. b. There are no actual biological differences other than reproductive function. c. Reproductive function is more important in men than in women. d. Men tend to be larger and physically stronger than women.
Sexual dimorphism
a. refers to differences between adults and adolescents with regard to sexual behavior. b. is particularly pronounced in all primate species. c. refers to differences between the sexes with regard to features such as body size. d. is more common in arboreal species. e. has not been observed in ANY monkey.