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Definition of Evolution

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02-05-2009 12:54 PM

The Free Dictionary at;
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Evolution - definition of evolution by The Free Dictionary
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defines biological evolution thus;
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3. Biology
a. Change in the genetic composition of a population during successive generations, as a result of natural selection acting on the genetic variation among individuals, and resulting in the development of new species.
b. The historical development of a related group of organisms; phylogeny.
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Is this succinct?
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