Question

Why is variation beneficial to the species but not necessarily for the individual?







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Answer 1

Answer:

variation is beneficial to the species but not necessarily for the individual because variation ensures that the species may survive over long time even after some drastic changes in their habitant (or niche) but if only the individual of that species get variation and in some drastic condition in their niche,the only individual would survive.

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Answer 2

Answer:

A variation suitable for the particular niche is selected by nature in evolution. Thus, variations are necessary for the survival of the species. ... Variations are beneficial to the species than individuals because sometimes, survival will be difficult for a species under certain environmental conditions.