Evolution and Adaptation · Evolution

The Fossil Record

Using geological evidence to reconstruct the evolutionary history of extinct and extant species.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do fossils provide a timeline for the development of life on Earth?
  2. 2What can the anatomy of extinct creatures tell us about ancient environments?
  3. 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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