Evolution Is Sometimes Described as the Change from Preexisting Life-

question 24

Multiple Choice

Evolution is sometimes described as the change from preexisting life- forms to modern- day organisms. What actually changes, in every case of evolution, is the

• A) genetic makeup of the species, due to mutations.
• B) species' physical appearance.
• C) rate of reproduction.
• D) energy and nutritional demands of the organism.
• E) ability of organisms to respond to external stimuli.

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Definitions:

Agency-Structure

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Micro Power

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Macro-level

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