Question

Decide if each statement is a fact or a misconception about the theory of evolution by natural selection. The theory proposes that while natural selection acts on individuals, only populations evolve. The theory suggests that the organisms in a population that are the most well adapted are those that are the largest. According to the theory, individual organisms can evolve during their lifespan. The theory says that organisms that are better adapted to their environments will have higher survival and reproduction rates. The theory explains the origin of life. The theory says that natural selection gives organisms everything they need to live.

Answer 1

Natural selection is the process by which organisms are able to survive and produce offspring who use their environment successfully as compare to those which are less adapted to their environment.

• The theory proposes that while natural selection acts on individuals, only populations evolve. Fact
• The theory suggests that the organisms in a population that are the most well adapted are those that are the largest. Fact
• According to the theory, individual organisms can evolve during their lifespan. Misconception
• The theory says that organisms that are better adapted to their environments will have higher survival and reproduction rates. Fact
• The theory explains the origin of life. Misconception
• The theory says that natural selection gives organisms everything they need to live. Misconception