Biological Science (6th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321976495
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-649-9

Chapter 1 - Biology and the Tree of Life - Review - Page 14: 7

Answer

During selection, individuals with adaptations, or traits, better suited for the environment they live in are selected.

Work Step by Step

Only the organisms with the traits best suited for their environment survive long enough in their environment to be able to reproduce and produce fertile offspring. Since the organisms with traits best suited for their environment reproduce the most, there are more offspring with adaptations allowing increased survivability in their environment.
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