Section outline

  • Natural Selection

    “One general law, leading to the advancement of all organic beings, namely, multiply, vary, let the strongest live and the weakest die.” ― Charles Darwin, The Origin of Species

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      Learning Objectives:

      1. Relate the nature of science to the historical development of the theory of evolution.
      2. Distinguish between scientific theory and theory.
      3. Describe the effects of environmental factors on natural selection.
      4. Relate genetic variability to a species' potential for adaptation to a changing environment.

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      Lesson and Assignments:

    • 3.1 ASSIGNMENT: Evolution Timeline (Due April 12)
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    • INTERACTIVE: Charles Darwin and the Theory of Evolution Page
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    • 3.2 ASSIGNMENT: Natural Selection (Due April 12)
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      Review:

    • REVIEW: Charles Darwin and Natural Selection Page
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    • WATCH: Amoeba Sisters-Natural Selection Page
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      Extra Credit Science Journal: