Religious Studies GCSE
Evolution and natural selection
What Evolution and natural selection means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Evolution and natural selection
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A scientific theory, such as Charles Darwin's, explaining human origins, which some believers argue contradicts literal interpretations of sacred texts.
Topics that use Evolution and natural selection
- Theme B: Religion and life (AQA GCSE)
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