Natural Selection Requires That Variation Exists in a Population and That

question 47

Multiple Choice

Natural selection requires that variation exists in a population and that the variation

• A) is generated by mechanisms other than mutation.
• B) is heritable.
• C) does not affect reproductive success.
• D) is consistent across environments.

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Definitions:

Stop Eating

The action of ceasing the intake of food, often as a method of protest, diet, or for medical reasons.

Ventromedial Region

An area of the brain involved in regulating emotions, fear, and decision-making processes.

External Cues

Environmental or physical triggers that can influence behavior or perceptions, often without conscious awareness.

Satiety

Satiety is the feeling of being full or satisfied, often experienced after eating, which signals the body to stop consuming food, playing a crucial role in controlling appetite and regulating food intake.