Construct an explanation based on evidence that the process of evolution primarily results from four factors: (1) the potential for a species to increase in number, (2) the heritable genetic variation of individuals in a species due to mutation and sexual reproduction, (3) competition for limited resources, and (4) the proliferation of those organisms that are better able to survive and reproduce in the environment.
Standard detail
HS-LS4-2
Depth 0Standard set: Biology Living Environment
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- Statement code
- HS-LS4-2
- Standard ID
- 4631CBA5E63349DAAAE82DD39E0DC176
- Subject
- Science (2016-)
- Grades
- 09, 10, 12, 11
- Source document
- New York State P-12 Science Learning Standards
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- CC BY 4.0 US