Theories & evidence for evolution
What was Lamarck's theory of evolution? Was it correct? Use an example to explain this.
Individual organisms evolve.
In evolution, what is the "fittest' considered to be? Explain.
Why is reproduction an important step for evolution?
Who was Charles Darwin?
What were the main ideas that Darwin proposed?
Back in Darwin's time, what did most people believe about the species that existed on Earth?
What was Darwin's role on the HMS Beagle? Explain
List some of Darwin's observations that he used to develop his theory of evolution.
In Science, what is a "theory" considered to be?
Explain, in detail, how fossils are used for evidence for evolution.
What are homologous structures? Give an example.
What is DNA sequencing? How has it provided evidence for evolution? Give examples.
How long ago did life begin on Earth?
Explain the importance of biogeography.
Darwin's finches: how do they help explain evolution.
What is direct observation? Give an example.
Give 2 examples of how we have seen evolution in our lifetime.
What is the difference between microevolution and macroevolution?