Unit 7 Evolution
This unit covers the unifying theme of biology: evolution. Biology is a science rich in topics that often foment heated discussion. Evolution is one such topic. The science of evolution is just that—it’s science—it’s supported by significant repeatable, falsifiable experimentation. Science seeks to find truth in nature in much the same way that religion seeks to find truth in God; the two should be viewed as mutually exclusive. By definition, science is the systematic, experimental study of repeated events in nature that are governed by physical and natural laws. Religion, on the other hand, worships a supernatural God or gods. Being supernatural, a god, by definition, is above the laws of nature and should be excluded from any discussion regarding science. Learning about evolution and the science behind it does not mean that you have to be an atheistic, devil-worshiping, sinner condemned to eternal life in purgatory. Likewise, believing in God does not mean that you have to shun science, its processes, or any of the topics that it attempts to explain. Like most things in science, paradigms are often shifted as new ways of thinking come along, new discoveries are made, or new technologies become available. Thus, this does not mean that former ideas should be met with lunacy or ridicule. Rather, it should be seen as a natural process of science and scientific discovery whereby a body of knowledge builds upon itself and serves as a catalyst for new thought. As you take mainstream science classes, you will be challenged at every turn. Topics such as evolution will force you to think differently and become educated about a variety of issues which are likely to be new to you. Do not be scared, do not become angry, and certainly do not feel that you need to stop believing in your deity. Embrace the fact that you are becoming enlightened and challenge yourself to understand your convictions. Hopefully, you will find new ways to explain them, and inspire others to do the same.
Chapter 16
Chapter 16 Presentation
Chapter 16 Presentation
Chapter 16 Worksheets
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Developing a Theory
Developing a Theory II
Applying Darwin's Ideas
Applying Darwin's Ideas II
Beyond Darwinian Theory
Beyond Darwinian Theory II
Chapter 16 Questions
Chapter 16 Questions
Chapter 17
Chapter 17 Presentation
Chapter 17 Presentation
Chapter 17 Worksheets
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Genetic Variation
Genetic Variation II
Genetic Change
Genetic Change II
Speciation
Speciation II
Chapter 17 Questions
Chapter 17 Questions
Chapter 18
Chapter 18 Presentation
Chapter 18 Presentation
Chapter 18 Worksheets
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
The Importance of Classification
The Importance of Classification II
Modern Systematics
Modern Systematics II
Kingdoms and Domains
Kingdoms and Domains II
Chapter 18 Questions
Chapter 18 Questions
Chapter 18 Lab
Radioactive Decay Lab
Chapter 19
Chapter 19 Presentation
Chapter 19 Presentation
Chapter 19 Worksheets
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
How Did Life Begin
How Did Life Begin II
The Age of the Earth
The Age of the Earth II
Evolution of Life
Evolution of Life II
Chapter 19 Questions
Chapter 19 Questions
Unit 8 Comparative MorphologyWorksheets
Chapter 26 Presentation
Chapter 26 Presentation
Chapter 26 Worksheets
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Characteristics of Animals
Characteristics of Animals II
Animal Body Systems
Animal Body Systems II
Evolutionary Trends in Animals
Evolutionary Trends in Animals II
Chordate Evolution
Chordate Evolution II
Chapter 26 Questions
Chapter 26 Questions
Chapter 27
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Sponges
Sponges II
Cnidarians
Cnidarians II
Flatworms
Flatworms II
Roundworms
Roundworms II
Chapter 28
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Molluscs
Molluscs II
Annelids
Annelids II
Chapter 29
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Arthropods
Arthropods II
Arachnids and Crustaceans
Arachnids and Crustaceans II
Insects
Insects II
Echinoderms
Echinoderms II
Chapter 30
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
The Fish Body
The Fish Body II
Groups of Fishes
Groups of Fishes II
The Amphibian Body
The Amphibian Body II
Groups of Amphibians
Groups of Amphibians II
Chapter 31
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
The Reptile Body
The Reptile Body II
Groups of Reptiles
Groups of Reptiles II
The Bird Body
The Bird Body II
Groups of Birds
Groups of Birds II
Chapter 32
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Characteristics of Mammals
Characteristics of Mammals II
Groups of Mammals
Groups of Mammals II
Evolution of Primates
Evolution of Primates II
Chapter 27-32 Questions
Chapter 27-32 Questions
Chapter 33
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
The Nature of Behavior
The Nature of Behavior II
Classes of Behavior
Classes of Behavior II
Unit 9 Human Systems and Homeostasis Worksheets
Chapter 34
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Body Organization
Body Organization II
The Skeletal System
The Skeletal System II
The Muscular System
The Muscular System II
The Integumentary System
The Integumentary System II
Chapter 35
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
The Cardiovascular System
The Cardiovascular System II
Cardiovascular Health
Cardiovascular Health II
The Respiratory System
The Respiratory System II
Chapter 34 and 35 Questions
Chapter 34 and 35 Questions
Chapter 36 and 37 Presentation
Chapter 36 &37 Presentation
Chapter 36
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Nutrition
Nutrition II
Digestion
Digestion II
Excretion
Excretion II
Chapter 37
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Protecting Against Disease
Protecting Against Disease II
Eliminating Invaders
Eliminating Invaders II
Immune System Disfunctions
Immune System Disfunctions II
Chapter 36 & 37 Questions
Chapter 36 and 37 Questions
Chapter 38
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Structures of the Nervous System
Structures of the Nervous System II
Neurons and Nerve Impulses
Neurons and Nerve Impulses II
Sensory Systems
Sensory Systems II
Nervous System Disfunction
Nervous System Disfunction II
Chapter 39
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Hormones
Hormones II
Major Endocrine Glands
Major Endocrine Glands II
Chapter 40
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
The Male Reproductive System
The Male Reproductive System II
The Female Reproductive System
The Female Reproductive System II
Human Development
Human Development II
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Sexually Transmitted Infections II
Chapter 38, 39, and 40 Questions
Chapter 38, 39, and 40 Questions
Chapter 38, 39, and 40 Presentation
Chapter 38, 39, and 40 Presentation
Unit 10 Ecology Worksheets
Chapter 4
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
What's An Ecosystem
What's An Ecosystem II
Energy Flow
Energy Flow II
Cycling of Matter
Cycling of Matter II
Chapter 5
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
Populations
Populations II
Interactions in Communities
Interactions in Communities II
Shaping Communities
Shaping Communities II
Chapter 6
Science Skills
Vocabulary Review
An Interconnected Planet
An Interconnected Planet II
Environmental Issues
Environmental Issues II
Environmental Solutions
Environmental Solutions II
Chapter 4, 5, and 6 Questions
Chapter 4, 5, and 6 Questions
Chapter 4, 5, and 6 Presentation
Chapter 4, 5, and 6 Presentation
Final Exam Review
Final Exam Review