What Is Evolution?
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The theory of evolution describes the process by which species change over many generations. Basically, an organism is born with a mutation that gives it an advantage for survival. The trait gets passed down until the descendants out-compete or diverge from the original species. We don't usually get to witness this gradual change with our own eyes. But there are some ways we can see evolution in action.