Evolution Is Biology's Core Theme That Ties Together All the Other

question 43

Multiple Choice

Evolution is biology's core theme that ties together all the other themes. This is because evolution explains

• A)the unity and diversity of life.
• B)how organisms become adapted to their environment through the differential reproductive success of varying individuals.
• C)why distantly related organisms sometimes resemble each other.
• D)explains why some organisms have traits in common.
• E)all of the above

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Definitions:

Vegetative Functions

Bodily processes necessary for life that occur involuntarily, such as breathing, heart rate, and digestion.

Adrenal Gland

The adrenal glands are small, triangular-shaped glands located above the kidneys that produce hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, involved in stress response and metabolic processes.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-sized gland at the base of the brain that produces hormones influencing various body functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproductive processes.

Autonomic Nervous System

A component of the peripheral nervous system responsible for regulating automatic bodily activities such as cardiac rhythm, digestive processes, and breathing rate.