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Viral Zone: Viral Genome Evolution
Viral genomes are the fastest evolving entities in biology, mainly because of their short replication time and the large quantity of offspring released per cell infected. Evolution occurs by several mechanisms: Random mutation,...
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The Rise of Evolutionary Biology: Darwin's Ideas
These pages are part of a site called "Evolution," that accompany a textbook by the same name. Mark Ridley is the author. This section is about Darwin, his travels, and his observations that led to "On The Origins Of Species."
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Evolution: The Theory of Natural Selection (Part 1)
These pages are part of a site called Evolution that accompany a textbook by the same name. Mark Ridley is the author. This section has an advanced discussion of determining allele and genotype frequencies using the Hardy-Weinberg ratio.
Estrella Mountain Community College
Online Biology Book: The Nature of Science and Biology
Use the scientific reasoning and critical thinking to take an in-depth look at the basics of biology.
Indiana University
Indiana U./ensi Sensi/better Biology Teaching
The paper "Better Biology Teaching by EmphasizingEvolution & the Nature of Science" includes Modern Science & Uncertainty as one of the four major themes the authors advocate in the teaching of biology.
University of Arizona
The Biology Project: Genetic Drift: An Explanation
This explanation of genetic drift is straightforward and easy to understand. Illustrations are provided to help visual learners
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Episd: Animal Evolution
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Pursue several opportunities to explore the way animals have evolved over time and what has caused them to change.
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The College of Physicians
The History of Vaccines: Viruses and Evolution [Pdf]
The purpose of this lesson is to prepare students for exploring the biological basis of vaccines. Students will explore the nature of viruses, specifically their structure and ability to adapt through evolution.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Evolutionary Biology: Amphibian Ecology and Evolution
Information about amphibians, animals that can survive in a wide variety of habitats and cli-ates. The article discusses their behavior, diet, predators, conservation status, and evolution. (Published: August 29, 2008)
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Structural Evidence for Evolution
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Even though two different species may not look similar, they may have similar internal structures that suggest they have a common ancestor. That means both evolved...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Riddle of the Bones
At the online companion Web site of "Evolution," the seven-episode series on PBS, piece together clues to how one of our early ancestors looked as you examine images from four significant fossil finds of Australopithecus afarensis.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Evolutionary Biology: Darwin, Charles
A biography of Charles Darwin.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Theory of Evolution Study Guide
Explore the evidence for the theory of evolution.
Vision Learning
Visionlearning: Biology: Adaptation: The Case of Penguins
Instructional module focusing on why species change over time through behavioral and physical adaptations. Discusses how environmental mechanisms influence adaptive evolution. Site also includes an interactive practice quiz and links...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Invertebrate Evolution
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An overview of the major events in invertebrate evolution.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Evolution of Viruses
Learn about virus evolution and genetic variation in viruses.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Vertebrate Evolution
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An overview of vertebrate evolution and when important vertebrate traits evolved.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Microevolution Study Guide
A general overview over the evolution of one population or one species over a short period of time.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Prokaryote Evolution
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An overview of the evolution of prokaryotes.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Tracing Evolution
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] How fast is evolution? Can you actually see evolution happening within your lifetime? Usually evolution takes a long time. So how can we visualize how it has...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Reptiles Study Guide
A reference page with key facts about reptiles. Includes key terms, structure and function, reproduction, biological classification, evolution, and ecology.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Living Species
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses how evidence from living species provides clues about evolution.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Evidence of Evolution Quiz
Try this quiz about biogeography and evolution.