Which statement about evolution is accurate?(1 point)

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Scientists no longer study evolution because it has been proven.
Scientists no longer study evolution because it has been proven.

DNA is the only extant evidence supporting the theory of evolution.
DNA is the only extant evidence supporting the theory of evolution.

Animals, plants, and microbes have their own separate, unrelated ancestries.
Animals, plants, and microbes have their own separate, unrelated ancestries.

Living things have adapted and changed over time for specific, discoverable reasons.
Living things have adapted and changed over time for specific, discoverable reasons.
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Answer 1

None of the statements provided are accurate regarding evolution. Here’s a brief explanation of why:

1. Scientists no longer study evolution because it has been proven. - This is false; evolution is a field of ongoing research and inquiry. Scientific understanding continues to develop as new evidence emerges.

2. DNA is the only extant evidence supporting the theory of evolution. - This is also inaccurate. While DNA provides significant evidence for evolution, there are many other forms of evidence, including fossil records, comparative anatomy, and biogeography.

3. Animals, plants, and microbes have their own separate, unrelated ancestries. - This statement is incorrect. All life on Earth shares common ancestry, and various forms of life are related through evolutionary processes.

4. Living things have adapted and changed over time for specific, discoverable reasons. - While living things do adapt and change over time, the reasons for these changes can be complex, including random mutations, environmental pressures, and genetic drift.

In summary, none of the statements accurately reflect the current scientific understanding of evolution.

Answer 2

Scientists no longer study evolution because it has been proven.
Scientists no longer study evolution because it has been proven.

DNA is the only extant evidence supporting the theory of evolution.
DNA is the only extant evidence supporting the theory of evolution.

Animals, plants, and microbes have their own separate, unrelated ancestries.
Animals, plants, and microbes have their own separate, unrelated ancestries.

Living things have adapted and changed over time for specific, discoverable reasons.

Answer 3

Based on the statements you've presented about evolution, the correct assessment is as follows:

1. "Scientists no longer study evolution because it has been proven." - False. Scientists continue to study evolution extensively. Scientific inquiry is a continuous process, and new discoveries can refine or expand our understanding of evolutionary mechanisms.

2. "DNA is the only extant evidence supporting the theory of evolution." - False. While DNA is a critical piece of evidence supporting evolution, it is not the only evidence. Other forms include fossil records, embryological development, comparative anatomy, and biogeography.

3. "Animals, plants, and microbes have their own separate, unrelated ancestries." - False. All living organisms share common ancestry and have diverged from common ancestors through the process of evolution.

4. "Living things have adapted and changed over time for specific, discoverable reasons." - Partially True. Organisms do adapt and change over time, and many changes can be traced to specific factors such as natural selection, genetic drift, and mutations. However, not all reasons for changes are entirely discoverable or straightforward.

In conclusion, the most accurate of the presented statements is the fourth one, with the caveat that the reasons for adaptation and change can sometimes be complex and not entirely known. However, it is essential to note that statements 1, 2, and 3 are all incorrect.