In this activity, you will begin by placing statements in one of two categories. These statements are meant to uncover your own misconceptions. In the second part of the activity you will read about common misconceptions about evolution and compare correct and incorrect ideas.
Part 1: Write each phrase in the correct column below.
Natural selection creates the traits that an organism needs to survive and reproduce
Mutations are totally random
Natural Selection is Random in selecting which individuals reproduce
Natural Selection happens in a very non-random way
Mutations happen so that organisms can evolve to fit their environment
Natural Selection cannot create traits but only can select from available varieties.
When the environment changes organisms try to evolve to survive in the new environment
Natural Selection leads to reproduction in organisms that are perfectly suited to the environment.
Natural Selection leads to reproduction on organisms that are good enough.
Correct Statement about Evolution and Natural Selection | Misconception about Evolution and Natural Selection. |
Part 2: Read about common misconceptions. 5 of the above statements are incorrect. List them on the line below, then write a corrected statement and explanation of why the new statement is more correct.
Incorrect Statement | Correct Statement and Description of Why it is correct. |