Quote by Charles Darwin

In the survival of favoured individuals and races, during the constantly-recurring struggle for existence, we see a powerful and ever-acting form of selection.

In the survival of favoured individuals and races, during th

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This quote from Charles Darwin's "On the Origin of Species" highlights the concept of natural selection in evolution. It explains that through the struggle for survival and competition for resources, individuals and races that possess advantageous traits are more likely to thrive and pass on their traits to future generations. Natural selection acts as a powerful and ongoing force, shaping the evolution of species over time.

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