Evolution

Evolution is a specific type of change that occurs in biological populations over successive generations

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. Key aspects of evolution include:

• It involves inherited modifications in the traits of organisms1.
• It encompasses both small-scale changes (e.g., gene frequency shifts) and large-scale changes (e.g., speciation)1.
• Evolution is driven by mechanisms such as natural selection, genetic drift, and mutation3.
• It does not progress toward an ultimate goal but describes changes in inherited traits over time3.

Change

Change is a broader concept that refers to any alteration or transformation. Unlike evolution:

• Change can be temporary or permanent, and it doesn't necessarily involve inheritance2.
• It can be driven by various factors, including theories, fads, or reactions to events2.
• Change initiatives are often problem-focused and may seek to eradicate rather than create2.
• In organizational contexts, change can sometimes feel unnatural or programmed2.

Emergence

Emergence refers to the appearance of entirely new properties or qualities that arise from the interaction of existing entities

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. Key aspects of emergence include:

• It involves the unpredictable rearrangement of existing entities to create novel properties4.