Question

9a). Consider Theodosius Dobzhansky’s remark, “Nothing in biology makes sense except in the light of evolution.” Why is evolution so important to the field of biology? Give some specific examples of how the theory of evolution helps us to make sense of biology.

9b). What are some of the advantages of using molecular data in evolutionary studies?

9c). How is genetic change measured in natural populations? Discuss with examples.

Answer 1

Answer :

Nothing in biology makes sense except in the light of evolution

Evolution is important in the field of biology because evolution is the central principle of all our life . Evolution leads to the survival of the stronger and eliminates the weaker ones and this is important in the aspect of biology . All observations of the biologist is based on the evolution process .Evolution is the one of the biological phenomenon .

The evolutionary theories like genetic drift , mutations , natural selection are the process in evolution which are used in biology

The evolutionary relationships between the species is important in the biology to study about the disease prevalance

Evolutionary adaptations made by the parasites are important in the biology to cure and treat the diseases