vääräsopeutuminen
Vääräsopeutuminen is a Finnish term that translates to maladaptation in English. It refers to a trait or characteristic that is beneficial in one context but becomes detrimental or disadvantageous in a different environment or under altered conditions. This concept is often discussed in biology and evolutionary theory, particularly in relation to how organisms adapt to their surroundings.
A maladaptive trait might arise if an environment changes rapidly, rendering a previously useful adaptation harmful.
The concept of maladaptation highlights the dynamic nature of evolution and the fact that adaptations are