sequence of evolution
[/ˈsiːkwəns əv ˌɛvəˈluːʃən/]
nounpl: sequences of evolution
sequência de evolução
1. The chronological order or progression of evolutionary changes in organisms or species over time
The sequence of evolution of humans shows gradual changes from early primates to modern Homo sapiens.
A sequência de evolução dos humanos mostra mudanças graduais de primatas antigos até o Homo sapiens moderno.
2. In biology, the successive stages through which an organism or population passes during its evolutionary development
Scientists studied the sequence of evolution in Darwin's finches across multiple generations.
Os cientistas estudaram a sequência de evolução nos tentilhões de Darwin ao longo de várias gerações.
3. A series of genetic or morphological changes that occur in a predictable order during evolutionary history
The sequence of evolution can be traced through fossil records and DNA analysis.
A sequência de evolução pode ser rastreada através de registros fósseis e análise de DNA.
This term is primarily used in academic, scientific, and educational contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is fundamental to discussions of biology, paleontology, and anthropology. In Brazilian schools and universities, 'sequência de evolução' is the standard terminology used in biology curricula when teaching evolutionary theory and the history of life on Earth.
Related Idioms & Phrases
trace the sequence of evolution
follow the evolutionary sequence
evolutionary chain of events
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