How Does Natural Selection Influence Toxicological Resistance?
Natural selection facilitates the evolution of resistance to toxins in various organisms. For instance, agricultural pests have developed insecticide resistance due to the selective pressure exerted by widespread pesticide use. Similarly, bacteria have evolved antibiotic resistance as a result of exposure to antibiotics. These adaptations occur because individuals with genetic mutations that confer resistance are more likely to survive and reproduce, passing these advantageous traits to their offspring.
