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GRADE 11/12 – EARTH AND LIFE SCIENCE

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EVIDENCE FOR EVOLUTION AND PRINCIPLES

OF THE ECOSYSTEM
I. Trace the Origin!
DIRECTIONS: Study figure 1 about evolution of homologous structures and answer
the following guide questions then make 2-3 sentences to summarize the evolution.

Guide Questions:
1. What is the specialized function of each forelimb?

2. What do these structures indicate about the evolution of the four organisms?

3. How does the anatomy of the forelimbs show an evolutionary pattern?

Summary:
The evolution of homologous structure_______________________________
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Specific Week: 4 (LAS 4)

Target Competency: Explain how populations of organisms have changed and continue to change over time
showing patterns of descent with modifications from common ancestors to produce the organismal diversity
observed today (S11/12LT-IVfg-26)
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II. Phylogenetic Tree of Evolution

DIRECTIONS: Analyze the given table of a set of structure and the phylogenetic tree
below. On the structural characteristics, number 0 indicates that the organism lacks
the structure while number 1 indicates that it has.

Table 1.Structural Characteristics of Lamprey, Antelope, Bald Eagle, Alligator, and Sea Bass

Structural lamprey antelope bald eagle alligator sea bass

Characteristic
Lungs 0 1 1 1 0
Jaws 0 1 1 1 1
Feathers 0 0 1 0 0
Gizzard 0 0 1 1 0
Fur 0 1 0 0 0

Question: Is the phylogenetic tree appropriate with the structure of organisms

mentioned above? State at least three (3) reasons on whether it is appropriate or
not?
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Specific Week: 4 (LAS 4)

Target Competency: Describe how the present system of classification of organisms is based on
evolutionary relationships (S11/12 LT-IVfg-27)

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III. Population Matters!

A. DIRECTIONS: Using the graph 1 and 2 answer the guide questions below.

Guide Questions:
1. Using graph 1, how are white wolf and Philippine deer abundance related to one
another?

2. Using graph 2, what causes the population of yeast to increase?

Specific Week: 4 (LAS 4)

Target Competency: Categorize the different biotic potential and environmental resistance (e.g., diseases,
availability of food, and predators) that affect population explosion. (S11/12LT-IVhj-29)

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B. Let’s see and relate!

DIRECTIONS: Complete the Frayer Model on Principles of the Ecosystem and relate
to the current situation of COVID-19 disease.

Types Biotic Potential

Principles of the
Environmental Ecosystem Examples of Biotic
Resistance Potential and
Environmental
Resistance

Definition Causes

COVID-19
Signs and Symptoms
Disease
Prevention
(Use the acronym APAT)
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Specific Week: 4 (LAS 4)

Target Competency: Categorize the different biotic potential and environmental resistance (e.g., diseases,
availability of food, and predators) that affect population explosion. (S11/12LT-IVhj-29)

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