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Why is genetic variation important to evolution?

April 26, 2017Biology Evolution genetic Mathematics variation

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Why is genetic variation important to evolution?

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It is important to evolution because variation is the mechanism on which evolution thrives. If there were no variation, there would be no specific traits to be selected for, and survival of the fittest would not apply. If variation exists, those organisms with the most beneficial variations are more able to live and reproduce, and pass on their positive adaptation to their offspring. Overtime, this changes the genetic make up of the population. This is evolution.