How Evolutionary Fitness Is Measured
We can talk about different types of fitness in nature. These types of fitness include Physical fitness, Genetic fitness, and Biological fitness. All of these factors help us better understand our existence in the world. But how do we know if our genes can increase our fitness? What are the advantages of genetically engineered fitness? Let’s consider some examples. How many of us would like to be fit? If you do, you should read this article.
Natural selection
The Fundamental Theorem of Natural Selection says that the average fitness of a species or population increases over time through natural selection. This increase is a direct result of selection operating at different levels, including population size and fitness. In some cases, fitness can increase while overall performance remains constant. This process occurs because of the evolution of a more competitive environment. For example, traits related to social competition may improve while … Read More