Survival of the fittest determines evolutionary success from "summary" of The Origin of Species by Charles Darwin
The process of natural selection is a key driver in the evolution of species. It is the mechanism by which certain traits become more prevalent in a population over time. Those individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce, passing on those traits to future generations. This leads to the gradual accumulation of beneficial traits in a population, ultimately resulting in the adaptation of that population to its environment. The concept of "survival of the fittest" is central to the theory of natural selection. It refers to the idea that individuals with traits that make them better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce. These individuals are said to be "fit" in the evolutionary sense, as their traits give them a competitive edge in the struggle for survival. Over time, as individuals with advantageous traits outcompete those with less favorable traits, the frequency of those advan...
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