Tuesday, April 7, 2026

7.10 Speciation & 7.11 Variations in Populations

 


 

Today's Learning Objective(s):

         Describe the conditions under which new species may arise

         Describe the rate of evolution and speciation under different ecological conditions.

         Explain the processes and mechanisms that drive speciation.

         Explain how the genetic diversity of a species or population affects its ability to withstand environmental pressures.

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Tasks:

1

Quiz: Evidence of Evolution

 

Complete the quiz!

 

Google Form

 

 

2

Lab: Accuracy of Phylogenetic Analysis  

 

Present CER

 

See the handout.

 

 

3

Reading Activity > Speciation

 

Complete the reading activity on speciation.

Textbook Chapter 17

Digital Document 


4

Teacher Notes > Speciation & Variations in Populations (Macroevolution)

 

See handouts

 Hear the presentation on Google Slides

 

 

Homework

📺Video 7.10.1

📺Video 7.10.2

📚 MCQs 7.10

 

Unit 7 MCQ Progress Check A

Unit 7 MCQ Progress Check B

Unit 7 FRQ Progress Check

 

Upcoming Assessments

4/7/26 Quiz: Evidence of Evolution

4/10/26 Test: Natural Selection and Evolution

Calendar Notes

AP BIOLOGY TEST MAY 4