The Scientific Method Dictates That Scientists Must Test the Model

question 4

Multiple Choice

The scientific method dictates that scientists must test the model by performing an experiment on ________.

• A)the actual system to see whether the effects of changes predicted using the model actually occur when the changes are made
• B)various systems to see whether the effects of changes predicted using the model actually occur when the changes are made
• C)various systems to see whether the necessary changes can be incorporated
• D)the actual system and other systems to see whether the necessary changes can be incorporated
• E)various systems to see whether the necessary changes can be incorporated on the actual system

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Definitions:

Microevolution

Change in allele frequency.

Independent Assortment

A basic principle of genetics developed by Mendel stating that genes for different traits are sorted separately from one another so the inheritance of one trait is not dependent on the inheritance of another.

Crossing Over

Process by which homologous chromosomes exchange corresponding segments of DNA during prophase I of meiosis.

Sexual Selection

A mode of natural selection where individuals with certain inherited traits are more likely to find a mate and reproduce, often leading to the evolution of traits that enhance mating success.