Biology
JAMB 2023
Which of the following options best describes adaptation for survival in organisms?
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A.
Adaptation is the inherited trait that increases an organism's chances of survival and reproduction in its environment
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B.
Adaptation is the process by which organisms acquire new characteristics during their lifetime
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C.
Adaptation refers to the ability of an organism to change its environment to better suit its needs
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D.
Adaptation involves the development of new traits in response to changes in the environment
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
Adaptation in biology involves the development of traits that help organisms survive and reproduce in their environment, often arising in response to environmental changes over generations through natural selection. These traits are not inherited but they are developed over time in response to changes in the environment in order to survive.
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