. How species and communities evolve? Does evolution significantly influence the structure of the future community and population structure?
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Evolution is the process by which species change over time. It occurs through the mechanisms of natural selection, genetic drift, mutation, and gene flow. These processes lead to changes in the genetic makeup of populations, which can result in the formation of Show more…
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