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1 New fossils are constantly being discovered and new stories about Earth's history are emerging. The millions of fossils that scientists have collected are documented in the fossil
library
architecture
record*****
data base
2 Scientists use fossils that have been found and compare homologous structures, vestigial structures, and DNA sequences among different organisms. From these comparisons, scientists learned that species with similar development patterns and body structures had a common
environment
predator
gene***
ancestor(if they were ancestors they would use their structures the same way, like a whale and a cat have similar structure but use their bones/structure differently)
3 If you are sick with a bacterial infection, your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic to kill the infection. However, over time some antibiotics are no longer effective in killing the bacteria they once killed. How does the theory of evolution explain this?
The antibiotic mutated to an ineffective form.
The antibiotic mutated the bacteria, which allowed resistance to develop.
Individual bacteria acquired the ability to resist the antibiotic and passed on the resistance to the offspring.
Genetic variation in bacteria made it possible for some bacteria to have resistance to the antibiotic. They survived, reproduced, and passed on the resistance to the offspring.******
4 Fossilized animal scat (poop) is an example of which type of fossil
cast fossil
body fossil
trace fossil****
mold fossil
5 The fossil record is incomplete and does not contain all of the Earth's past organisms. Why have some organisms been found as fossils while others have not?
Fossils only exist for organisms that had shells or hard outer body coverings.*****
Most organisms die and decompose without leaving any fossil remains.
Fossils only exist for organisms that lived over 3 million years ago.
Only very large organisms have enough body mass to result in fossil formation.
6 How does natural selection lead to the evolution of a species?
Conditions in the environment reduce competition for resources within a species.
Environmental changes favor weaker members of the species.
Overproduction provides food for stronger members of the species.
Advantageous traits accumulate among surviving members of the species******
http://fossilworks.org/bridge.pl? on number 1)
5) Most organisms die and decompose without leaving any fossil remains.
Others are ok.
Let's check your answers:
1. The correct answer is "record." Fossils are documented in the fossil record.
2. The correct answer is "ancestor." From the comparisons of homologous structures, vestigial structures, and DNA sequences, scientists learn that species with similar development patterns and body structures had a common ancestor.
3. The correct answer is "Genetic variation in bacteria made it possible for some bacteria to have resistance to the antibiotic. They survived, reproduced, and passed on the resistance to the offspring." This explanation is in line with the theory of evolution.
4. The correct answer is "trace fossil." Fossilized animal scat (poop) is an example of a trace fossil.
5. The correct answer is "Most organisms die and decompose without leaving any fossil remains." This is one reason why some organisms have not been found as fossils.
6. The correct answer is "Advantageous traits accumulate among surviving members of the species." Natural selection leads to the evolution of a species by favoring individuals with advantageous traits, which accumulate in the population over time.
Overall, your answers are correct! Well done!
Great! Here are the answers to your questions:
1. The correct answer is "record." The millions of fossils that scientists have collected are documented in the fossil record, which provides valuable information about Earth's history.
2. The correct answer is "ancestor." By comparing homologous structures, vestigial structures, and DNA sequences among different organisms, scientists can determine if species share a common ancestor. Similar development patterns and body structures indicate a common ancestry.
3. The correct answer is "Genetic variation in bacteria made it possible for some bacteria to have resistance to the antibiotic. They survived, reproduced, and passed on the resistance to the offspring." The theory of evolution explains that genetic variation allows some bacteria to have traits, such as antibiotic resistance, which makes them more likely to survive and reproduce. Over time, the population becomes dominated by antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
4. The correct answer is "trace fossil." Fossilized animal scat, or poop, is an example of a trace fossil. Trace fossils provide evidence of the activities and behaviors of ancient organisms.
5. The correct answer is "Most organisms die and decompose without leaving any fossil remains." Fossils only form under specific conditions, such as when organisms are quickly buried and their remains are preserved. Most organisms decompose before they have a chance to fossilize.
6. The correct answer is "Advantageous traits accumulate among surviving members of the species." Natural selection is the process by which individuals with favorable traits are more likely to survive and reproduce, thus passing on those traits to future generations. This gradual accumulation of advantageous traits leads to the evolution of a species over time.
I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any more questions.