Patterns of Evolution
Why Humans are Subject to Pressures of Natural Selection
Human beings differ in their reproduction capacity thus making them prone to natural selection just like other living organisms. For instance, a generation reproduces more members than the habitat can sustain consequently increasing unhealthy competition thus struggle for existence. (Braithwaite & Baxter, 2006). Additionally, humans also differ in height, weight, eye color, strength and intellectual capacity, which signify effects of natural selection. Humans often change and adapt to their new environments in order to meet their needs thus explaining natural selection. During the prehistoric period, for example, early humans settled in different ...
