Mutation and the Tree of Life

What is a mutation? A mutation is a change in DNA (our genetic foundation) that can change how an organism looks or functions. 










How could influence the evolutionary trajectory of this population of Evi's?

Neutral Mutations:

Color Change: This mutation does not significantly impact the Evi's fitness or survival. The change in DNA does not affect it's health or ability to reproduce. Over time the population could completely change color, which will have little to no affect or survival because they can blend in with their environment still.  


Beneficial Mutations:

Green Sickness Resistance: This mutation provided an advantage to the organism, improving its chances of survival because it is not facing death from this sickness and will continue to provide resistance for the population as it evolves. 


Harmful Mutations:

No Barrier: This mutation has a harmful impact on the Evi, reducing its ability to survive and reproduce due to the lack of protection. Over the time of evolution this mutation would not continue to occur due to survival of the fittest. However, if it did get passed on the survival of the population could be in jeopardy. 

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