Lesson: Development & DNA/protein Based Classification

What is the modern evidence for our system of classification?

While it is often apparent how organisms are connected by structures and fossils, this lesson looks at more modern evidence, such as developmental patterns and analysis of DNA, RNA and protein structures.

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BIO.6 The student will investigate and understand bases for modern classification systems. Key concepts include

c) comparison of developmental stages in different organisms;

d) examination of biochemical similarities and differences among organisms; and

e) systems of classification that are adaptable to new scientific discoveries.

Zygote

Embryo

Biochemistry

DNA sequence

Amino acid sequence

Warm Ups, etc:

Notes: Modern Classification (pt2)

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