evolutionary trend
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A general direction of change in a group of organisms.
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- The fossil record shows a clear evolutionary trend toward larger brain sizes.
- Scientists have identified an evolutionary trend of increasing complexity in vertebrates.
- This evolutionary trend toward flight has occurred independently in several species.
- The evolutionary trend of losing unnecessary organs is common in cave animals.
- Researchers documented a significant evolutionary trend in bird migration patterns.
- The evolutionary trend toward smaller body size helped these mammals survive.
- Climate change has accelerated this evolutionary trend in Arctic species.
- The data reveals a consistent evolutionary trend across multiple generations.
- This evolutionary trend represents a major shift in species development.
- The study tracks a fascinating evolutionary trend in plant adaptation.