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While creation and presence of variation is directionless, natural selection is directional as it is in the context of adaptation. Comment.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Variations**: - Variations in organisms occur randomly and spontaneously. They can arise due to mutations, genetic recombination, or other processes. - These variations are directionless, meaning they do not follow a specific path or purpose. They can be beneficial, neutral, or harmful to the organism. 2. **Role of Natural Selection**: - Natural selection is a process where certain traits become more or less common in a population based on their impact on the survival and reproduction of individuals. ...
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