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Evolution occurs though change over time, but can it go any faster? Scholars speed up the process of evolution and observe a simulation of 20 blue organisms fighting for survival. A graph displays the changes in phenotype over time. By controlling the selection strength and mutation rate, a better understanding of evolution becomes apparent.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Select one of the discussion questions to assign as a writing prompt
- Discuss in more detail that some mutations are harmful while others are helpful
- Demonstrate how to use the settings and data tabs on the simulation page to make changes and learn more
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of evolution and natural selection
- This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
- Allows for greater variation in a shorter time span than many other ways of observing evolution
- Explains how to export data and study it in more depth
Cons
- None