Group No:_______ Date:_______________

So, who is My Relative?

Objectives:

 Compare the stages embryonic development of different organisms.

 Explain embryonic development provides clues for evolution.

Materials:

 Paper
 Pen

Directions: Study and compare the stages of embryonic development of the different vertebrates.

Fish Salamander Turtle Bird Cat Human

Guide Questions:

1. In what stages of development of the organisms show similarities?

2. Identify the structure, how and where are they similar?

3. In stage 3, what the structures that made the organisms different from each other? -

4. Can embryonic development be evidence that evolution took place?