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bilalh21
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What role do you think variations play in the process of evolution?
Biology: Evolution and variation
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Discussion Overview
The discussion centers on the role of variations in the process of evolution, exploring whether variations are prerequisites for evolution or results of it. Participants examine the relationship between mutations and species variation within the context of evolutionary theory.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants propose that variations are a prerequisite for evolution.
- Others argue that variation could be a result of evolution.
- A participant questions whether mutations are a result of evolution, suggesting that initial variance in species may stem from mutations.
- There is uncertainty expressed regarding the relationship between mutations and the evolution of species.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on whether variations are prerequisites or results of evolution, indicating that multiple competing perspectives remain unresolved.
Contextual Notes
Participants do not clarify the definitions of "variation" or "evolution," and there are unresolved assumptions regarding the role of mutations in this context.
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Charion
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Uh. It is a prerequisite for evolution? What precisely do you mean?
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Coheda
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Variation would be a result of Evolution.
- #4
_Mayday_
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Coheda said:
I'm not sure. Is a mutation a result of evolution?
Surely the initial variance in species would be due to a mutation, and through that mutation species have evolved and become more varied? I'm not 100% let's see what other people think.
_Mayday_