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A) Which statement accurately describes evolution? (1 point)
Evolution is the change in the genetic makeup of a population over time.
Evolution cannot occur without natural selection.
Evolution occurs when favorable adaptations are passed on to future generations.
Evolution cannot occur without genetic drift.
Evolution is the change in the genetic makeup of a population over time.
Evolution cannot occur without natural selection.
Evolution occurs when favorable adaptations are passed on to future generations.
Evolution cannot occur without genetic drift.
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The statement that accurately describes evolution is: **"Evolution is the change in the genetic makeup of a population over time."**
This definition encompasses the broader concept of evolution, which includes various mechanisms such as natural selection, genetic drift, and gene flow. The other statements are more specific and imply conditions or processes that are not universally required for evolution to occur.
This definition encompasses the broader concept of evolution, which includes various mechanisms such as natural selection, genetic drift, and gene flow. The other statements are more specific and imply conditions or processes that are not universally required for evolution to occur.