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_________ is a process through which , over a long period of time, the organisms evolved adaptions to optimise its survival and reproduction in its habitat.

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The answer to the question is **Natural Selection**. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of the reasoning: 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for a process that leads to the evolution of organisms over a long period, focusing on adaptations that enhance survival and reproduction in their habitats. 2. **Identifying Key Terms**: The key terms in the question are "process," "long period of time," "organisms evolved," "adaptations," "survival," and "reproduction." 3. **Linking to Evolution**: The question pertains to a fundamental concept in biology that explains how species change over time. This concept is central to evolutionary biology. ...
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  • _____________is an attribute of the organism (morphological, physiological, behavioural) to survive and reporudce in its habitat.

    A
    Migration
    B
    Hibernation
    C
    Adaptation
    D
    Homeostasis
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    A
    oxygen content
    B
    depth
    C
    salt concentration
    D
    water clarity
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