The Synthetic Theory of Evolution Emphasizes

question 68

Multiple Choice

The synthetic theory of evolution emphasizes:

• A) natural selection of individuals.
• B) population genetics.
• C) differential reproduction.
• D) overproduction of individuals.
• E) homologous versus vestigial structures.

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Definitions:

Viroids

Small, circular RNA molecules that infect plants, lacking a protein coat.

Retroviruses

A type of virus that inserts a copy of its RNA genome into the DNA of a host cell it invades, changing the genome of that cell, such as HIV.

Prions

Infectious agents composed solely of protein, known to cause rare neurodegenerative diseases.

DNA OR RNA

Nucleic acids that carry genetic information (DNA) or are involved in protein synthesis (RNA).