Can you write a review and reflect on the following topics:
defining and describing natural selection
explaining how natural selection leads to predominance and suppression of traits in a population
examining an example of genetic variations of a population over time
describing how genetic variation affects probability of survival and reproduction
constructing an explanation of how genetic variation affects probability of survival and reproduction
using mathematical representations to support explanations of increases and decreases in traits in a population
synthesizing information about technologies that influence inheritance of traits
Using one of these starter sentences:
I feel confident about explaining natural selection because…
The topic in this unit I found most challenging was…
In order to remember definitions of key words in this unit, one strategy I used was…
One topic in this unit I would like to learn more about is… because…
I feel confident about explaining natural selection because I understand the concept of how individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce, passing those traits on to the next generation. This process leads to the predominance of those advantageous traits in a population, while less favorable traits are suppressed over time.
One topic in this unit I found most challenging was examining an example of genetic variations of a population over time. It was a bit difficult for me to visualize how certain genetic variations can become more prevalent in a population over generations. However, after studying different examples and case studies, I was able to grasp the concept better.
In order to remember definitions of key words in this unit, one strategy I used was creating flashcards with the terms and their definitions. This helped me review and reinforce the concepts regularly, which made it easier for me to recall them during assessments.
One topic in this unit I would like to learn more about is the technologies that influence the inheritance of traits. I am curious to explore how advancements in genetic engineering and gene editing are impacting the genetic variation within populations and how they may shape the future evolution of species. Understanding the ethical implications of these technologies is also something I am interested in delving into further.