Biology VCAR test
Biology VCAR test
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1. V-CAR -Variation
-Competition
-Adaptation
-Reproduction
2. Define Variation Genetic variation is the difference in DNA among individuals or the differences
between populations. The multiple sources of genetic variation include mutation
and genetic recombination.
3. Define Competi- When organisms are fighting for resources that they need to survive and repro-
tion duce.
-food
-water
-shelter
-mates
4. Define adapta- A trait that an organism has that helps it to survive.
tions -sharp pointy claws
-sharp teeth
-very good night vision
-wings
5. Define Reproduc- Number of offspring that an individual produces.
tion (fitness)
6. HIT Variation Natural selection will favor individuals with the best traits. As the environment
changes, other individuals may be favored.
7. HIT Competition Organisms that are best able to compete probably have very good traits, and these
traits will be passed on as they reproduce.
8. HIT Adaptations Organisms with many adaptations survive and reproduce, passing those traits
along.
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Biology VCAR test
Study online at https://quizlet.com/_bjr4ac
1. V-CAR -Variation
-Competition
-Adaptation
-Reproduction
2. Define Variation Genetic variation is the difference in DNA among individuals or the differences
between populations. The multiple sources of genetic variation include mutation
and genetic recombination.
3. Define Competi- When organisms are fighting for resources that they need to survive and repro-
tion duce.
-food
-water
-shelter
-mates
4. Define adapta- A trait that an organism has that helps it to survive.
tions -sharp pointy claws
-sharp teeth
-very good night vision
-wings
5. Define Reproduc- Number of offspring that an individual produces.
tion (fitness)
6. HIT Variation Natural selection will favor individuals with the best traits. As the environment
changes, other individuals may be favored.
7. HIT Competition Organisms that are best able to compete probably have very good traits, and these
traits will be passed on as they reproduce.
8. HIT Adaptations Organisms with many adaptations survive and reproduce, passing those traits
along.
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