Discussion Questions

250 word each question. Reference in APA format

1. What is a sex-linked trait? What is the difference in inheritance between boys and girls for sex linked traits? Describe an example of a sex-linked trait in humans.
2. Compare Lamarck’s proposed theory of acquired characteristics to Darwin’s theory of natural selection. What evidence supports natural selection?
3. Do we classify viruses as living? Why or why not?
4. Why do some birds have bright colors whole others look more camouflaged?

Lesson 3 Essay question
Questions 1–4: Answer the following essay questions in 1–2 short paragraphs. Reference in APA format
1. Compare and contrast directional selection and disruptive selection and provide an example of each.
2. Many pathogenic bacteria species are becoming resistant to antibiotics. Explain how such adaptations can develop through the process of natural selection. (Hint: Relate this example to the conditions that are necessary for natural selection to occur.)
3. What are the major evolutionary trends that developed among major vertebrate groups, specifically those that allowed for the transition from aquatic to terrestrial life?
4. Providing examples, explain how sexual reproduction in plants has evolved to become less dependent on water.
Lesson 5 Essay question
Questions 1–4: Answer the following essay questions in one to two short paragraphs. Reference in APA format.
1. Explain how human activities can cause an imbalance in biogeochemical cycling and lead to problems such as cultural eutrophication and fish kills.
2. Compare and contrast the traits and growth patterns of opportunistic versus equilibrium populations. Provide one example of each.
3. Compare and contrast indirect versus direct values of biodiversity, and provide examples.
4. Describe two traits that represent a sustainable society and two traits of a non-sustainable society.