Darwin's Crossword Challenge

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Across
  1. 4. A group of organisms with similar characteristics.
  2. 6. The process of gradual change in species over time.
  3. 10. A pioneering female fossil collector and paleontologist.
  4. 11. The point at which something begins or comes into existence.
  5. 15. The ship on which Darwin embarked on his voyage.
  6. 17. A segment of DNA that carries genetic information.
  7. 19. The act of carefully watching or noting something.
  8. 20. Differences among individuals of the same species.
  9. 21. The preserved remains of ancient organisms.
  10. 23. The descendants or children of an organism.
  11. 26. The surroundings and conditions in which an organism lives.
  12. 27. The process by which organisms with advantageous traits survive.
  13. 31. A person who conducts scientific research.
  14. 32. A well-substantiated explanation of phenomena.
  15. 33. An organism's family or genetic background.
  16. 34. The father of modern genetics.
Down
  1. 1. The internal framework of bones in an organism.
  2. 2. A systematic examination or study.
  3. 3. A controlled test or investigation to gather data.
  4. 5. Darwin The scientist known for his theory of evolution.
  5. 7. A distinctive feature of an organism.
  6. 8. A type of bird studied by Darwin on the Galápagos Islands.
  7. 9. The scientific study of prehistoric life.
  8. 12. The location where Darwin observed unique species.
  9. 13. All the individuals born and living at the same time.
  10. 14. The study of genes and heredity.
  11. 16. A sample or individual used for scientific study.
  12. 18. Charles Darwin's family home and workplace.
  13. 22. No longer in existence; died out.
  14. 24. An extinct reptile that lived millions of years ago.
  15. 25. A person who studies the natural world.
  16. 28. A trait that helps an organism survive in its environment.
  17. 29. The passing of traits from parents to offspring.
  18. 30. A long journey, often by sea or in space.