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Evolution cannot occur without genetic drift.
Evolution cannot occur without genetic drift.
Evolution is the change in the genetic makeup of a population over time.
Evolution is the change in the genetic makeup of a population over time.
Evolution occurs when favorable adaptations are passed on to future generations.
Evolution occurs when favorable adaptations are passed on to future generations.
Evolution cannot occur without natural selection.
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The statement that accurately describes evolution is:
Evolution is the change in the genetic makeup of a population over time.
While the other statements touch on aspects of evolutionary mechanisms (like genetic drift and natural selection), they are not comprehensive definitions of evolution itself. Evolution encompasses a broader range of processes that can lead to changes in a population's genetic makeup, including but not limited to natural selection and genetic drift.
