Question

________ are characteristics or traits of an organism (often genetically determined) that increase the chance of survival and reproduction in a specific environment.

○ competition
○ variation
○ reproduction
○ adaptations

Explanation:

Adaptations are characteristics that enhance an organism's survival and reproduction chances in a particular environment. They are often genetically - based. Competition is about organisms vying for resources, variation is about differences within a population, and reproduction is about creating offspring.

Answer:

D. adaptations