THEORY OF PUNCTUATED EQUILIBRIUM
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Theory Of Punctuated Equilibrium.
Theory Of Punctuated Equilibrium - as a noun
A theory of evolution holding that evolutionary change in the fossil record came in fits and starts rather than in a steady process of slow change
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punctuated equilibriumExample Sentences
"The theory of punctuated equilibrium suggests that species often evolve in short bursts of rapid change followed by long periods of stability."
"According to the theory of punctuated equilibrium, the fossil record shows evidence of relatively rapid transitions between species."
"One criticism of the theory of punctuated equilibrium is that it relies heavily on gaps in the fossil record."
"The theory of punctuated equilibrium challenges the idea of gradual and continuous evolutionary change."
"The theory of punctuated equilibrium proposes that speciation occurs relatively quickly, in geologic terms."
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