1. September
Journal: What is a theory? Are theories always true?

2. Evolution

3. Evolution Definition
Process of genetic changes occurring within a population over many generations

4. Charles Darwin: The Father of Evolution
A. Darwin was NOT the first person to propose evolution… B. He did propose a way evolution happens called Natural Selection

5. Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection
Over time, the number of individuals that carry an advantageous trait in a population will increase
Success of the trait depends on the environment that the organism lives in

6. Examples of Natural Selection

7. Requirements of Natural Selection
Overproduction of offspring

8. Requirements of Natural Selection
Genetic Variation within a population

9. Requirements of Natural Selection
Struggle for existence

10. Requirements of Natural Selection
Differential Survival and Reproduction
Over time, the traits that improve fitness will become more common.
Fitness: The ability for an organism to survive and reproduce.

11. Types of Adaptations Physical Adaptations Behavioral Adaptations
Warning Coloration
Mimicry
Behavioral Adaptations
Horned Lizards
Octopus