What is the purpose of nature selection a)to increase the frequency of desired allies in a population b)to limit the genetic variation of a population c)to keep life going even as the environment changes

Turtle hatchling survivorship rate is low in many turtle species due to predation. amanda researched the predatory rate on a species of turtle eggs in the red river. the eggs were harvested from trapped turtles and the egg's cloaca film (reproductive discharge) was either washed off or left on once gathered. research suggests that predators use the female's cloaca scent to locate the eggs. the eggs were only handled when wearing gloves and then reburied along islands where the turtles were trapped. the nests were monitored by cameras and manually on foot and data on nest predation were recorded. a. based on the experimental design, what is the dependent variable? b. based on the experimental design, what is the independent variable? c. based on the experimental design, what is the control?

The earth consists of a variety of different organisms. despite their diversity, however, some similarities on the structural and metabolic levels may be seen. these similarities can be attributed to a. similarities among organisms in their proteins and nucleic acids. b. the ability of organisms to readily adapt to sudden environmental changes. c. similarities in organisms' habitats and niches. d. the ability of all organisms to interbreed and produce new species.

Food webs - transferring energy and matter from one level to another. here you see four food webs. one or more are incorrect. which food web(s) show the correct sequence of organisms, from start to top level consumer? a) a b) d c) c d) a and d