Experiences of an individual during its lifetime cannot direct evolution why
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Evolution is the process by which species change over time through the mechanisms of natural selection, genetic drift, and mutation. It is a slow and gradual process that occurs over many generations. Now, let's consider the experiences of an individual during Show more…
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