1. Evolution

2. Is evolution the same as change?????
Brainstorm at least five words for each
Change
Evolution

3. Change (verb)-
to make the form (size / shape / appearance), nature (how it operates), content, of something different from what it is or from what it would be if left alone
to transform or convert from the original state

4. Theory of Evolution An explanation that ties many hypothesis together
Based on observation and evidence
Many experiments yield same or similar results as proof
evidence that organisms and landforms change over time

5. Evolution (noun)
Technology: any process of formation or growth that occurs over time; development
Biology: change in the gene pool of a population from generation to generation by such processes as mutation, natural selection, and genetic
Geography: a process of gradual, peaceful, progressive change or development, as in social or economic structure/institutions or infrastructure

6. Changes in species
First studied by Charles Darwin on the Galapagos Islands
Change occurs in the hereditary among species
Species: group of organisms with members that produce offspring among themselves

7. Natural Selection
Species with traits based suited/adapted to the environment are more likely to survive and reproduce and pass on the favorable adaptations
Factors that affect natural selection
Organisms produce more offspring than can survive or be supported by the environment
Ability to cope with challenges in the environment (adapt and reproduce)
Environmental challenges
Genetic variation among species

8. Variation
An inherited trait that makes an individual different from other members of the species.
Over time variations can lead to new species
Adaptation is a type of variation

9. Sources of variation Change within habitat – camouflage
Mutation in DNA – chemical make-up
Change to a different habitat
New species move in – creates new gene pool
Change in climate
Separation or isolation from the entire species