0 1 Introduction: Evolution and the Foundations of Biology Overview: Inquiring About Life An organism?s adaptations to its environment are the result of evolution For example, a beach mouse?s light, dappled fur acts as camouflage, allowing the mouse to blend into its surroundings Inland mice of the same species are darker in color, matching their surroundings Evolution is the process of change that has transformed life on Earth Figure 1.1 Figure 1.2 Biology is the scientific study of life Biologists ask questions such as How does a single cell develop into an organism? How does the human mind work? How do different forms of life in a forest interact? Concept 1.1: Studying the diverse forms of life reveals common themes