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Overview:
We typically think of evolution occurring within populations of organisms. But in fact, evolutionary concepts can be applied even beyond the biological world. Any system that has variation, differential reproduction, and some form of inheritance will evolve if given enough time. Find out how an understanding of evolution can illuminate the field of linguistics.
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Evolution: Education and Outreach Grade level:
9-12 Time:
40 minutes Teaching tips:
This article is written for teachers and comes with links to additional examples, supplementary information, and classroom tips. Concepts:
Correspondence to the Next Generation Science Standards is indicated in parentheses after each relevant concept. See our conceptual framework for details. - Evolution results from selection acting upon genetic variation within a population. (LS4.B)
- Evolution results from genetic drift acting upon genetic variation within a population.
- As with other scientific disciplines, evolutionary biology has applications that factor into everyday life.
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