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Explain the role of heritable variations in Darwin's theory of natural selection.
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Variation: In Darwin's theory of natural selection, heritable variations refer to the differences in traits or characteristics among individuals within a population. These variations can be physical, behavioral, or physiological and are passed down from one Show more…
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