Evolution-Crossword #2

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Across
  1. 2. A place where unique species often evolve (hint: think of biogeography).
  2. 4. When individuals move to a new population and bring genes.
  3. 6. To change over generations so organisms fit their environment better.
  4. 10. Remains of plants or animals from long ago.
  5. 11. Proof used to support ideas in science (fossils, DNA, observations).
  6. 12. Random changes that can make genes more or less common by chance.
Down
  1. 1. A group of the same species living in one area.
  2. 3. The molecule that stores genetic information in all living things.
  3. 4. A change in DNA that can create a new trait.
  4. 5. To watch something happen directly (like tiny organisms evolving).
  5. 6. A version of a gene (like blue vs brown eye color).
  6. 7. A strong scientific explanation tested many times.
  7. 8. A characteristic an organism can have (color, size, etc.).
  8. 9. When helpful traits become more common because individuals survive better.