Evolution
By the end of this unit you should be able to....
Describe the basic structure of DNA
Explain the role of DNA in evolution
Name some agents of evolutionary change
Identify patterns of evolution
...tempo of evolutionary change
create models (e.g., agents of evolutionary change, DNA)
gather data to study variation within a population
communicate results (e.g., using graphs, tables, diagrams, lab reports)•demonstrate ethical, responsible, co-operative behaviour
Explain the role of DNA in evolution
Name some agents of evolutionary change
Identify patterns of evolution
...tempo of evolutionary change
create models (e.g., agents of evolutionary change, DNA)
gather data to study variation within a population
communicate results (e.g., using graphs, tables, diagrams, lab reports)•demonstrate ethical, responsible, co-operative behaviour
Vocabulary
complementary base pairing, convergent evolution, divergent evolution, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), double helix, evolutionary change, gene flow, genetic drift, gradual change model, mutation, natural selection, nitrogenous base, non-random mating, punctuated equilibrium model, speciation, sugar-phosphate backbone
