Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Fishing for Extra Credits?

Write an essay on the topic: "Evolution" that summarizes how species have evolved over time.

First paragraph must include: (10 points)
* A brief description of the history of life in the planet
* Three patterns to infer from the life timeline.

Second paragraph must include: (15 points)
* A definition of the term variation
* One example of trait that vary within a population
* The sources of variation

Third paragraph must include an explanation of how the following are evidence of evolution, including examples of each: (20 points)
* Homologous structures
* Embryonic development
* DNA
* Fossil record

Fourth paragraph must: (35 points)
* Outline of Lamarcks theory of evolution
* State Darwin's theory of natural selection, and explain the following features in his theory: overproduction, genetic variation, competition, survival of the fit, differential reproduction, and accumulation of traits.

Fifth paragraph must discuss: (10 points)
* Mass extinction and causes of extinctions
* Punctuated equilibrium and gradualism

Your essay must be clear, concise, and written in proper English, which include correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation. (10 credits)

Due day: Friday, May 7th.

7 comments:

Julien said...

Are both two post credit or not? Are they the same?

Julien said...

Can i send the project by email?

Maja said...

Where can I find the PowerPoint about evolution?

Maja said...

Mr. Soto,
Where can I find the PowerPoints about Evolution?

nene diallo said...

where do i go to write the assignment?

nene diallo said...
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nene diallo said...

ok mr.soto....i did the extra credits but its in my email....i will sent it to you or print it out and give it to u...