The Types of Living Organisms on Earth Have Changed Over

question 47

Multiple Choice

The types of living organisms on Earth have changed over time-new species have originated and existing species have disappeared.This is an example of

• A)speciation.
• B)extinction.
• C)macroevolution.
• D)alternation of generations.
• E)hybridization.

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Definitions:

Metacognition

The recognition and comprehension of an individual's own mental activities, typically described as "considering one's own thinking."

Real-world Settings

Environments or situations outside of controlled or laboratory conditions, where events occur naturally in everyday life.

Cognitive Developmental Perspective

A theoretical perspective in psychology that explains how children's thinking processes change over time, emphasizing the role of brain development and learning.

Universal Process

A concept or phenomenon that applies widely across different contexts, cultures, or systems without significant variation.