Natural Selection vs Artificial Selection
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Heather Smith
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Natural Selection vs Artificial Selection
By Heather Smith
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Artificial Selection vs Natural Selection
Natural selection- Some individuals have traits that help them survive and reproduce. If these traits are hereditary, they can be passed on to the next generation. Over time, more and more individuals will have this trait.
Artificial selection- Individuals with desired trait, such as color, are bred by humans in the hope that the next generation will inherit the desired.
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Multiple Choice
T or F. Natural Selection is driven by environmental pressures while artificial selection is driven by human choices
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F
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Multiple Choice
Scientists have genetically modified plants to delay the ripening process of their fruits. These fruits can
be left on the plants for a longer amount of time or shipped greater distances without any fruit
spoilage.
Which statement best describes a benefit of developing such genetically modified plants?
The genetically modified fruits are not affected by pests
The genetically modified fruit grow throughout the year
D The genetically modified fruits can grow a little larger and stay fresh longer.
Natural Selection vs Artificial Selection
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