Artificial Selection

Artificial selection is the process of humans selecting particular traits in organisms to breed and reproduce. This is often used to increase the desired traits of a species and can have a range of uses such as for agricultural, industrial and sporting purposes. Through artificial selection, humans are able to selectively breed organisms for specific traits such as food production, disease resistance or athletic performance. This process has been fundamental in the evolution of numerous species and has allowed humans to control the genetic makeup of various populations of organisms. This has helped to produce a remarkable range of different organisms and allowed humans to shape and control nature to suit their needs.