why did the theory of evolution launch our understanding of biological evolution?

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why did the theory of evolution launch our understanding of biological evolution?

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Theory of evolution was given by Darwin. This theory was based on natural selection. Darwin’s theory of evolution states that the species have evolved over time from one or a few common ancestors by the process of natural selection. According to natural selection, the individuals in the species show deviations in the physical characteristics.

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Theory of evolution was related to biological evolution. According to the biological evolution, the variations in the physical characteristics of the individuals in the species is a result of the changes in the genetic makeup. The natural selection in Darwin’s theory was also based on the variations in the physical characteristics of the individuals. So, we can say that the theory of evolution is related to biological evolution. DNA is the basis of genetics. Any change in the DNA structure will result in the variation in the physical characteristics. Some species share similar DNA and genes, by this, we can imply that their ancestors were common.

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