Question

match each scenario with the correct component of natural selection. on average, sea turtles lay about 110 eggs in a clutch. however, only a fraction of the baby turtles make it to the ocean. then, an even smaller number have offspring of their own. while all zebras have stripes, no two zebras share the same stripe pattern. a lemur species called aye - ayes have very long, thin middle fingers that allow them to reach into holes in trees and dig out bugs to eat. done

Explanation:

1. For sea - turtles laying many eggs but few surviving to reproduce, this represents overproduction of offspring and struggle for survival. Many eggs are laid, but only a few make it to adulthood and reproduce.
2. Zebras having unique stripe patterns is an example of variation within a species. Variation provides the raw material for natural selection.
3. Aye - ayes having long, thin middle fingers for digging out bugs is an example of adaptation. This trait helps them survive and reproduce by allowing them to access food.

Answer:

1. Overproduction and struggle for survival
2. Variation
3. Adaptation