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Evolution
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Science
9th Grade
06/17/2014

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Term
Common Ancestor
Definition
any species in which two or more organism's evolved from
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Biogeography
Definition
places where different populations have lived on Earth throughout history
Term
Fossil Record
Definition
fossil records throughout history showing evidence for Evolution
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Homology
Definition

A similarity that still exists 

between different species with a common ancestor – 

evidence for evolution. 

 
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Natural Selection
Definition

Organisms best adapted to their environment survive and reproduce, passing on favorable characteristics. 

 
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Adaption
Definition

A characteristic of an organism 

that helps it survive in its 

environment. 

 
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Diversity
Definition

Genetic differences among 

organisms.

 
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