Tag: Mutation
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Adaptive Valley
The Adaptive Valley, central to evolutionary biology, represents a state of local optimum from which a population finds it difficult to evolve towards better fitness due to the interim lower fitness states. Mutations, genetic drift, and various evolutionary strategies aid this crossing, with applications extending to artificial intelligence and beyond.
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r/K Selection Theory
The concept of r/K Selection Theory categorizes species based on their reproductive strategies, distinguishing between rapid reproduction with numerous offspring and slower reproduction with greater investment in fewer offspring. This framework contributes to the understanding of biodiversity and resource management.
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Maladaptation
Maladaptation refers to evolutionary traits that hinder an organism’s survival and reproduction, possibly leading to extinction. These traits may arise due to various factors, including rapid environmental changes and genetic constraints. Understanding maladaptation aids in conservation efforts and disease management.