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The concept of biological evolution is a fundamental concept in biology. The Academies have long been involved in helping those interested in science comprehend the theory of evolution and how it permeates all areas of scientific research.
This site provides students, teachers and general readers with a variety of educational resources on evolution. It includes key video clip from NOVA and WGBH produced science programs on DVD.
Tree of Life
The Tree of Life is an ancient symbol that symbolizes the interconnectedness of life. It is an emblem of love and unity across many cultures. It also has many practical uses, like providing a framework for understanding the evolution of species and how they respond to changes in environmental conditions.
Early attempts to describe the biological world were founded on categorizing organisms on their metabolic and physical characteristics. These methods, which rely on sampling of different parts of living organisms or on sequences of small fragments of their DNA significantly expanded the diversity that could be included in the tree of life2. However the trees are mostly composed of eukaryotes; bacterial diversity is still largely unrepresented3,4.
Genetic techniques have greatly broadened our ability to represent the Tree of Life by circumventing the requirement for direct observation and experimentation. In particular, molecular methods allow us to construct trees by using sequenced markers such as the small subunit of ribosomal RNA gene.
Despite the rapid expansion of the Tree of Life through genome sequencing, a lot of biodiversity awaits discovery. This is especially relevant to microorganisms that are difficult to cultivate, and are usually found in one sample5. A recent analysis of all genomes produced an initial draft of the Tree of Life. This includes a wide range of archaea, bacteria and other organisms that haven't yet been isolated or the diversity of which is not thoroughly understood6.
The expanded Tree of Life is particularly beneficial in assessing the biodiversity of an area, assisting to determine whether specific habitats require special protection. This information can be utilized in many ways, 에볼루션 코리아 including finding new drugs, battling diseases and improving the quality of crops. This information is also useful for conservation efforts. It helps biologists discover areas that are likely to be home to species that are cryptic, which could have vital metabolic functions and be vulnerable to changes caused by humans. While funds to safeguard biodiversity are vital but the most effective way to protect the world's biodiversity is for more people in developing countries to be empowered with the necessary knowledge to take action locally to encourage conservation from within.
Phylogeny
A phylogeny (also called an evolutionary tree) depicts the relationships between species. Scientists can construct a phylogenetic chart that shows the evolution of taxonomic groups based on molecular data and morphological differences or similarities. The role of phylogeny is crucial in understanding genetics, biodiversity and evolution.
A basic phylogenetic Tree (see Figure PageIndex 10 Determines the relationship between organisms with similar traits and have evolved from a common ancestor. These shared traits can be analogous, or homologous. Homologous traits are identical in their evolutionary roots and analogous traits appear similar, but do not share the same origins. Scientists group similar traits into a grouping known as a the clade. For instance, all the organisms in a clade have the characteristic of having amniotic eggs and evolved from a common ancestor that had eggs. The clades are then connected to form a phylogenetic branch to determine which organisms have the closest relationship to.
For a more detailed and precise phylogenetic tree scientists make use of molecular data from DNA or RNA to determine the connections between organisms. This information is more precise than morphological data and provides evidence of the evolutionary background of an organism or group. Molecular data allows researchers to determine the number of organisms that have a common ancestor and to estimate their evolutionary age.
The phylogenetic relationships between species are influenced by many factors including phenotypic plasticity, a kind of behavior that changes in response to specific environmental conditions. This can cause a characteristic to appear more similar to one species than another, clouding the phylogenetic signal. However, this issue can be reduced by the use of techniques such as cladistics that include a mix of similar and homologous traits into the tree.
Additionally, phylogenetics can help predict the duration and rate at which speciation takes place. This information can assist conservation biologists make decisions about which species to protect from extinction. In the end, it's the preservation of phylogenetic diversity that will result in an ecosystem that is complete and balanced.
Evolutionary Theory
The main idea behind evolution is that organisms change over time due to their interactions with their environment. Several theories of evolutionary change have been developed by a wide range of scientists including the Islamic naturalist Nasir al-Din al-Tusi (1201-1274) who proposed that a living organism develop slowly according to its requirements as well as the Swedish botanist Carolus Linnaeus (1707-1778) who conceived the modern hierarchical taxonomy, as well as Jean-Baptiste Lamarck (1744-1829) who suggested that the use or non-use of traits can cause changes that can be passed on to offspring.
In the 1930s and 1940s, concepts from a variety of fields--including natural selection, genetics, and particulate inheritance--came together to form the current synthesis of evolutionary theory which explains how evolution is triggered by the variation of genes within a population, and how those variants change in time as a result of natural selection. This model, which incorporates genetic drift, mutations as well as gene flow and sexual selection is mathematically described mathematically.
Recent advances in the field of evolutionary developmental biology have shown how variation can be introduced to a species by genetic drift, mutations, reshuffling genes during sexual reproduction and 에볼루션사이트 the movement between populations. These processes, as well as other ones like directional selection and genetic erosion (changes in the frequency of an individual's genotype over time) can lead to evolution that is defined as change in the genome of the species over time, and the change in phenotype over time (the expression of that genotype in the individual).
Students can gain a better understanding of the concept of phylogeny by using evolutionary thinking throughout all areas of biology. A recent study conducted by Grunspan and colleagues, for instance demonstrated that teaching about the evidence supporting evolution increased students' acceptance of evolution in a college biology course. For more information on how to teach about evolution look up The Evolutionary Potency in all Areas of Biology or Thinking Evolutionarily: a Framework for Integrating Evolution into Life Sciences Education.
Evolution in Action
Scientists have looked at evolution through the past, studying fossils, and comparing species. They also study living organisms. But evolution isn't just something that occurred in the past. It's an ongoing process that is taking place today. Bacteria mutate and resist antibiotics, viruses evolve and elude new medications, and animals adapt their behavior to the changing climate. The results are usually visible.
It wasn't until late 1980s that biologists realized that natural selection can be observed in action as well. The key is that various traits confer different rates of survival and reproduction (differential fitness) and are passed from one generation to the next.
In the past, if one allele - the genetic sequence that determines colour - was found in a group of organisms that interbred, it could become more common than other allele. As time passes, this could mean that the number of moths with black pigmentation in a group may increase. The same is true for many other characteristics--including morphology and behavior--that vary among populations of organisms.
Monitoring evolutionary changes in action is easier when a species has a rapid generation turnover, as with bacteria. Since 1988, biologist Richard Lenski has been tracking twelve populations of E. coli that descended from a single strain; samples from each population are taken on a regular basis, and over fifty thousand 에볼루션카지노 generations have passed.
Lenski's research has revealed that a mutation can profoundly alter the speed at which a population reproduces--and so, the rate at which it alters. It also shows evolution takes time, 에볼루션 슬롯게임 which is difficult for some to accept.
Another example of microevolution is the way mosquito genes that are resistant to pesticides are more prevalent in populations in which insecticides are utilized. This is due to pesticides causing an exclusive pressure that favors individuals who have resistant genotypes.
The rapid pace at which evolution takes place has led to a growing appreciation of its importance in a world that is shaped by human activity--including climate changes, pollution and the loss of habitats that prevent many species from adapting. Understanding evolution can assist you in making better choices regarding the future of the planet and its inhabitants.
The concept of biological evolution is a fundamental concept in biology. The Academies have long been involved in helping those interested in science comprehend the theory of evolution and how it permeates all areas of scientific research.
This site provides students, teachers and general readers with a variety of educational resources on evolution. It includes key video clip from NOVA and WGBH produced science programs on DVD.
Tree of Life
The Tree of Life is an ancient symbol that symbolizes the interconnectedness of life. It is an emblem of love and unity across many cultures. It also has many practical uses, like providing a framework for understanding the evolution of species and how they respond to changes in environmental conditions.
Early attempts to describe the biological world were founded on categorizing organisms on their metabolic and physical characteristics. These methods, which rely on sampling of different parts of living organisms or on sequences of small fragments of their DNA significantly expanded the diversity that could be included in the tree of life2. However the trees are mostly composed of eukaryotes; bacterial diversity is still largely unrepresented3,4.
Genetic techniques have greatly broadened our ability to represent the Tree of Life by circumventing the requirement for direct observation and experimentation. In particular, molecular methods allow us to construct trees by using sequenced markers such as the small subunit of ribosomal RNA gene.
Despite the rapid expansion of the Tree of Life through genome sequencing, a lot of biodiversity awaits discovery. This is especially relevant to microorganisms that are difficult to cultivate, and are usually found in one sample5. A recent analysis of all genomes produced an initial draft of the Tree of Life. This includes a wide range of archaea, bacteria and other organisms that haven't yet been isolated or the diversity of which is not thoroughly understood6.
The expanded Tree of Life is particularly beneficial in assessing the biodiversity of an area, assisting to determine whether specific habitats require special protection. This information can be utilized in many ways, 에볼루션 코리아 including finding new drugs, battling diseases and improving the quality of crops. This information is also useful for conservation efforts. It helps biologists discover areas that are likely to be home to species that are cryptic, which could have vital metabolic functions and be vulnerable to changes caused by humans. While funds to safeguard biodiversity are vital but the most effective way to protect the world's biodiversity is for more people in developing countries to be empowered with the necessary knowledge to take action locally to encourage conservation from within.
Phylogeny
A phylogeny (also called an evolutionary tree) depicts the relationships between species. Scientists can construct a phylogenetic chart that shows the evolution of taxonomic groups based on molecular data and morphological differences or similarities. The role of phylogeny is crucial in understanding genetics, biodiversity and evolution.
A basic phylogenetic Tree (see Figure PageIndex 10 Determines the relationship between organisms with similar traits and have evolved from a common ancestor. These shared traits can be analogous, or homologous. Homologous traits are identical in their evolutionary roots and analogous traits appear similar, but do not share the same origins. Scientists group similar traits into a grouping known as a the clade. For instance, all the organisms in a clade have the characteristic of having amniotic eggs and evolved from a common ancestor that had eggs. The clades are then connected to form a phylogenetic branch to determine which organisms have the closest relationship to.
For a more detailed and precise phylogenetic tree scientists make use of molecular data from DNA or RNA to determine the connections between organisms. This information is more precise than morphological data and provides evidence of the evolutionary background of an organism or group. Molecular data allows researchers to determine the number of organisms that have a common ancestor and to estimate their evolutionary age.
The phylogenetic relationships between species are influenced by many factors including phenotypic plasticity, a kind of behavior that changes in response to specific environmental conditions. This can cause a characteristic to appear more similar to one species than another, clouding the phylogenetic signal. However, this issue can be reduced by the use of techniques such as cladistics that include a mix of similar and homologous traits into the tree.
Additionally, phylogenetics can help predict the duration and rate at which speciation takes place. This information can assist conservation biologists make decisions about which species to protect from extinction. In the end, it's the preservation of phylogenetic diversity that will result in an ecosystem that is complete and balanced.
Evolutionary Theory
The main idea behind evolution is that organisms change over time due to their interactions with their environment. Several theories of evolutionary change have been developed by a wide range of scientists including the Islamic naturalist Nasir al-Din al-Tusi (1201-1274) who proposed that a living organism develop slowly according to its requirements as well as the Swedish botanist Carolus Linnaeus (1707-1778) who conceived the modern hierarchical taxonomy, as well as Jean-Baptiste Lamarck (1744-1829) who suggested that the use or non-use of traits can cause changes that can be passed on to offspring.
In the 1930s and 1940s, concepts from a variety of fields--including natural selection, genetics, and particulate inheritance--came together to form the current synthesis of evolutionary theory which explains how evolution is triggered by the variation of genes within a population, and how those variants change in time as a result of natural selection. This model, which incorporates genetic drift, mutations as well as gene flow and sexual selection is mathematically described mathematically.
Recent advances in the field of evolutionary developmental biology have shown how variation can be introduced to a species by genetic drift, mutations, reshuffling genes during sexual reproduction and 에볼루션사이트 the movement between populations. These processes, as well as other ones like directional selection and genetic erosion (changes in the frequency of an individual's genotype over time) can lead to evolution that is defined as change in the genome of the species over time, and the change in phenotype over time (the expression of that genotype in the individual).
Students can gain a better understanding of the concept of phylogeny by using evolutionary thinking throughout all areas of biology. A recent study conducted by Grunspan and colleagues, for instance demonstrated that teaching about the evidence supporting evolution increased students' acceptance of evolution in a college biology course. For more information on how to teach about evolution look up The Evolutionary Potency in all Areas of Biology or Thinking Evolutionarily: a Framework for Integrating Evolution into Life Sciences Education.
Evolution in Action
Scientists have looked at evolution through the past, studying fossils, and comparing species. They also study living organisms. But evolution isn't just something that occurred in the past. It's an ongoing process that is taking place today. Bacteria mutate and resist antibiotics, viruses evolve and elude new medications, and animals adapt their behavior to the changing climate. The results are usually visible.
It wasn't until late 1980s that biologists realized that natural selection can be observed in action as well. The key is that various traits confer different rates of survival and reproduction (differential fitness) and are passed from one generation to the next.
In the past, if one allele - the genetic sequence that determines colour - was found in a group of organisms that interbred, it could become more common than other allele. As time passes, this could mean that the number of moths with black pigmentation in a group may increase. The same is true for many other characteristics--including morphology and behavior--that vary among populations of organisms.
Monitoring evolutionary changes in action is easier when a species has a rapid generation turnover, as with bacteria. Since 1988, biologist Richard Lenski has been tracking twelve populations of E. coli that descended from a single strain; samples from each population are taken on a regular basis, and over fifty thousand 에볼루션카지노 generations have passed.
Lenski's research has revealed that a mutation can profoundly alter the speed at which a population reproduces--and so, the rate at which it alters. It also shows evolution takes time, 에볼루션 슬롯게임 which is difficult for some to accept.
Another example of microevolution is the way mosquito genes that are resistant to pesticides are more prevalent in populations in which insecticides are utilized. This is due to pesticides causing an exclusive pressure that favors individuals who have resistant genotypes.
The rapid pace at which evolution takes place has led to a growing appreciation of its importance in a world that is shaped by human activity--including climate changes, pollution and the loss of habitats that prevent many species from adapting. Understanding evolution can assist you in making better choices regarding the future of the planet and its inhabitants.
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