








Using the "Early Earth and Origin of Life" PowerPoint (or Chapter 15) PICK 3 events or patterns that happened in Earth's past history that you think are the MOST important for life as it currently exists on this planet. DESCRIBE WHY you chose each event.

7.3 Lesson Note Template "Puzzle"
- Complete the note template puzzle using the information presented in ch.14. Fill in the blanks and add real life examples where listed. Due Monday (3/30).

Ch.15 -You do not need to record this PowerPoint - to be used for 7.3 preview.
7.3 Knowledge Check: Please Complete Before the End of the Day on 4/2
Ch. 14 (Part 1)
Highlights: Slides: 2-3,15-16, 30-31,40-42, 48-50

Vocab: Ecological Species concept, reproductive isolation, hybrids, morphological species concept, phylogenetic species concept, prezygotic barriers, postzygotic barriers, allopatric speciation, sympatric speciation, adaptive radiation, hybrid zones,Sexual Selection, Intrasexual, Intersexual, Sensory Exploitation, Conspecific, Runway selection model, Interspecific, Hybridization, Arbitrary Traits - Good Genes Model, Indicator traits , Classic Handicap Model, Condition Dependent Indicator Model , Revealing Indicator Model, Ornaments, Auditory Signals, Vocal Signs, Copulation, Nuptial Gift
Text Pages: Ch. 14 P. 276-289
Ch. 15 P. 292-313



1) I can list and define the different methods of identifying species.
2) I can describe pre/post zygotic isolation and provide examples of both.
3) I can explain the difference between allopatric and sympatric speciation.
4) I can list the important life forming events that have taken place in Earth's history and describe why they are important.
