05.02 Evolutionary Relationships

Question: What did Darwin study and what contributions did he make to science?

Answer: He studied to be a naturalist and clergyman and made important contributions to evolution theory.

Question: What areas did Darwin explore in his voyage?

Answer: South America, Australia, and Africa

Question: Describe the three patterns of biological diversity Darwin observed and provide examples:

  1. Species vary globally

  2. 2. Species vary locally

  3. 3. Species vary over time

  4. Answer: 1. Species vary globally: comparable ecosystems in different parts of the world (large flightless birds)

  5. 2. Species vary locally: birds have different shaped beaks depending on their diet.

  6. 3. Species vary over time: some fossils he found resembled living organisms, while others did not.

  7. Question: What is artificial selection?

  8. Answer: The breeding of plants and animals to produce desirable traits

  9. Question: Why do farmers use artificial selection?

  10. Answer: To pass desired traits to the next generation

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