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Variation: Variation in evolution refers to the differences in traits among individuals of a population. These variations can be caused by genetic factors, environmental factors, or a combination of both. Variation is essential for evolution because it provides the raw material for natural selection to act upon. See also Evolution, Mutation, Selection, Darwinism._____________Annotation: The above characterizations of concepts are neither definitions nor exhausting presentations of problems related to them. Instead, they are intended to give a short introduction to the contributions below. – Lexicon of Arguments. | |||
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Darwin, Charles | Variation | Darwin, Charles | |
Gould, Stephen Jay | Variation | Gould, Stephen Jay | |
Lyons, John | Variation | Lyons, John | |
Vavilov, Nikolai I. | Variation | Vavilov, Nikolai I. | |
Ed. Martin Schulz, access date 2024-03-29 |