The Theory of Evolution
Evolutionary biology is the study of how organisms evolve and diversify over time through descent with modification. Charles Darwin's groundbreaking work, "On the Origin of Species," laid the foundation for understanding evolutionary processes.
Key Concepts:
- Natural Selection: Nature's way of favoring the survival of organisms best adapted to their environment.
- Genetic Drift: Random changes in allele frequency can cause genetic variation in small populations.
- Mutations: These random changes in genetic sequences can lead to new traits and, if advantageous, will be passed on to subsequent generations.
Explore these fascinating topics and learn how life on Earth has been shaped by millions of years of evolutionary processes!