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Biology
What is Evolution?
Evolution is the process by which populations of organisms change over time as a result of natural selection. It is a gradual process that occurs over many generations, and it is the underlying principle that explains the diversity of life on Earth. Evolution is one of the most important and well-established theories in biology, and it is supported by a wealth of scientific evidence from various fields such as paleontology, genetics, biochemistry, and comparative anatomy.
The key mechanisms of evolution include genetic variation and natural selection, which lead to gradual changes in the characteristics of populations and ultimately to the development of new species over time.
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