Synthetic Theory of Evolution

The Synthetic Theory of Evolution combines Darwin’s ideas with modern genetics to explain how species change over time. It states that genetic mutations introduce variation within populations. Natural selection then favors individuals with advantageous traits, increasing those traits' frequency. Over many generations, these processes can lead to the emergence of new species. This theory integrates scientific evidence from fossils, genetics, and ecology, providing a comprehensive understanding of evolution as a gradual, change-driven process influenced by genetic inheritance and environmental factors.