Natural Selection
Have you ever heard the saying "survival of the fittest" or "only the strong survive?" The scientific idea behind those common phrases is called natural selection. It is fascinating to learn about nature's way of selecting and passing on certain genetic traits that make survival and reproduction more successful...visit the links below to learn more!
* Please work your way down this page and follow all directions in order. Fill in your worksheet as you go. Make sure you watch all videos from beginning to end for a complete understanding of the concepts.
1. Knowing the basics about how plants and animals adapt to their surroundings will help you understand more complex topics that follow.
*Please watch the video on adaptations and fill in your worksheet. Pause the video when you need to write. |
Natural Selection Video |
2. Natural Selection. Brought to you by...Rock Pocket Mice. This example will help you understand how environment plays a huge role in survival and reproduction of organisms.
*Please click on the link to the right and read. Fill in your worksheet as you go. |
Rock Pocket Mice |
3. Try this interactive game that demonstrates natural selection in action.
*Click on the "How to Play" button first and read about how it works. After you are done, answer the questions on your worksheet about the game. |
Nowhere To Hide Bug Game |
4. Read about a modern example of change that is occurring through natural selection, the Stickleback Fish.
*Please click on the link to the right and read. Fill in your worksheet as you go. |
Stickleback Fish |
5. Use your worksheet to take the Natural Selection Quiz when you are ready. Click the link to the right to access the quiz and click SUBMIT on the quiz when you are finished. I will automatically get the results!
* You can also access the quiz on the Evaluate page. |
Natural Selection Quiz |