Biology for IGCSE & O level - Variation And Selection (Section 7 - No. 17)

Which of the following examples best describes a process of natural selection?
A farmer breeds cows for increased milk production.
A bird species evolves a longer beak to reach nectar in a flower.
A scientist creates a new type of plant using genetic engineering.
A dog breeder selectively breeds dogs for specific coat colors.

Explanation

In the beak example, birds with favorable traits for getting nectar had better survival and reproduction rates.

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