Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
Timeline: 45 m
Introduction (Set Induction + Content): The student is expected to construct an explanation based
on evidence that describes how genetic variations of traits in a population increase some
Students will do the pre-reading activity. Then while reading the STEMscopedia they will fill
out the, during reading worksheet and have class discussion. Students discover a definition for
Compare Coral and Finches after student finish I will ask them verbally.
Natural Selection
natural selection:
theory that organisms
with traits that are well Charles Darwins
suited to their theory of evolution
environment survive by natural selection
and reproduce more changed the way
successfully we understood the
diversity of life.
Competition: Since resources such as food, water, and space are limited, offspring must compete
for the resources for survival. Individuals with a trait that gives them a competitive advantage are
more likely to reproduce.
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Natural Selection
Organisms must find ways to deal with these changes. Some plants
Genetic variation:
lose their leaves and stop growing when it is cold.
differences in physical
traits as well as
Some animals grow thick fur coats. Animals like birds migrate to
behavioral traits
warmer areas to make it easier to find food during the winter season.
among individuals
Plants also have adaptations that help them survive. For example,
water lilies have large thin leaves. The structure of the leaves help
water lilies float so they can get enough sunlight for photosynthesis. competition: contest
Floating is beneficial because the leaves can produce more food. between individuals or
More food produces more seeds, and naturally the trait is passed to species for resources
the next generation. and space
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Natural Selection
Artificial Selection
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Natural Selection
The chart below list examples of adaptations of different organisms. For each example, state
whether the adaptation is the result of natural selection or artificial selection. Describe at least one
advantage of the adaptation.
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Natural Selection
Artificial Selection
Find samples of fruits and vegetables in your refrigerator, or search for pictures on the Internet.
Selective breeding is common in food crops; these are often called genetically modified crops.
Breeders can select for a variety of traits, such as root size, leaf size in lettuce, fruit size in
tomatoes, vitamin content in carrots, and flower size in cauliflower. Choose at least six different
fruits and/or vegetables to discuss.
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Natural Selection and Populations
Natural Selection
Cascading Connections
Complete the chart to show how natural selection impacts three factors, which in turn impact
populations.
Natural Selection
Populations
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Natural Selection and Populations
Natural Selection
Water Finches
temperature Coral
Competition
food
Genetic water
Variation space
Drought
Hard seeds Wet season
vs
Small seeds
Beak size
vs
Population
Zooxanthellae Water pH
Overproduction