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What does it mean?
Evolution is not random; while mutations vary randomly, survival depends on non-random fitness.
In plain terms
Life comes from random changes where only the fittest survive.
What can you take from it?
Evolution combines random variation with non-random selection.

Where it applies

  • biology education
  • evolutionary theory discussions

Putting it to work

  • explain natural selection
  • study genetics

Questions to consider

  • How does randomness fit into a purposeful process?

Another view

It simplifies the complex interplay of genetic drift and selection.

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