Describe the theory of natural selection

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There exists natural variation and the capacity for population to exceed capacity; thus, there is a struggle for existence in which nature selects the most advantageous variations so that species can evolve.

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A chart showing how words in a specific semantic domain are related to one another is called a

a. frame of reference. b. componential analysis. c. taxonomy. d. mental map.

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Recall the mechanisms of genetic evolution discussed in the previous chapter. What is the relationship between gene flow and the existence of clines between human populations?

A. Gene flow increases the genetic isolation of neighboring groups, resulting in discrete genetic differences in the population, instead of clines. B. There is no relationship between gene flow and clines. C. Gene flow, the exchange of genetic material across populations, results in clines, which are gradual shifts in gene frequencies between neighboring groups. D. Clines accelerate gene flow and genetic change due to chance. E. Gene flow causes abrupt differences in gene frequencies between neighboring groups.

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The city of __________ in southern Pakistan is one of the earliest cities in South Asia with evidence for baked brick buildings and drainage systems

A. Mohenjo-daro B. An-yang C. Uruk D. Gujarat E. Jenné-jeno

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Compare endogamy and exogamy and determine how absolute the distinction is between the two. Use examples to illustrate your argument.

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