Support for Evolution Worksheet Name: __ P: _ 1. Complete

Support for Evolution Worksheet
Name:
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P:
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1.
Complete the concept map below:
2.
How do fossils formed in different rock layers provide evidence of evolution?
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3.
How did Darwin explain the existence of similar but unrelated species?
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Structures that have different mature forms but develop from the same embryonic tissues are called
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Is the following sentence true or false? Homologous structures provide strong evidence that all four-limbed vertebrates
have descended, with modifications, from common ancestors. _____________________________
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Organs that are so reduced in size that they are just vestiges, or traces, of homologous organs in other species are called
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According to Darwin’s theory, what happens to individuals whose characteristics are not well suited to their environment?
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8.
Provide an example of a vestigial organ and explain why it is one
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9.
Explain why embryological development supported Darwin’s theory
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10. In the space below, write out a summary of the main points of Darwin’s theory of natural selection
11. How does an animal’s level of fitness relate to its chances of survival and reproduction?
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12. Study the homologous structures below and answer the following questions:
a.
How are the forelimbs of the human and bat similar?
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b.
How are homologous structures such as forelimbs evidence for common descent?
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13. Complete the matching questions below: