Question

evolution is able to occur over time due primarily to which natural process?
a. population growth
b. natural selection
c. predator adaptations
d. producer mutations

Explanation:

Evolution occurs over time mainly due to natural selection. Natural selection is the process where organisms with favorable traits survive and reproduce more, leading to changes in species over generations. Population growth (A) is a result of reproduction but not the primary driver of evolution. Predator adaptations (C) are a part of interactions but not the main process for evolution. Producer mutations (D) are a source of variation but natural selection acts on that variation to drive evolution. So the correct option is B.

Answer:

B. natural selection