Evolution and Adaptation · Evolution
The Fossil Record
Using geological evidence to reconstruct the evolutionary history of extinct and extant species.
Key Questions
- 1How do fossils provide a timeline for the development of life on Earth?
- 2What can the anatomy of extinct creatures tell us about ancient environments?
- 3Why are there gaps in the fossil record and how do scientists address them?
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
NCCA: Primary - Living ThingsNCCA: Junior Cycle - Biological World
Class/Year: 6th Year
Subject: The Living World: Foundations of Biology
Unit: Evolution and Adaptation
Period: Evolution
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