Evolution Blog 5: Weblab Explore Evolution

In this weblab, I explored how us humans can find the ancestors of another animal. I studied fossils, bone structure, and DNA. I also compared a whale's bone structure, fossil, and DNA to other animals. Then, I solved the mystery of what whales evolved from. We are able do this through studying and comparing DNA, bone structure, and fossils. An example is that whales have similar DNA to artiodactyla.

RATE: I give this weblab a 9/10 because it was an interesting way to create a hypothesis and learn.

Evolution Blog 4: Weblab Natural Selection

In this weblab, I was able to see different animals in their habitats, an estimate of the population and how they would evolve/change over a couple of months or years. With the flutter bugs, I learned that the color increased their chances of survival. If the predator are more attracted to bright colors, then overtime the species would change to a different color. The beak size of finches are dependent on how much precipitation is in their habitat. Overtime, animals(mice) blend into their surroundings to increase chances of survival. Once, the barnyard was painted yellow, many of the mice were born with yellow fur, instead of brown fur.

RATE: I give this tutorial a 10/10 because it was easy to understand and it did not lag at all.

Diamante Poem: Triceratops

Evolution Blog 3: If extinction is a natural event should we try to save endangered species?

If extinction is an actual event then I believe that we still should try to save endangered species. Most species are now endangered because of our carelessness and not from natural disasters. Also, we could benefit from saving species and increase our knowledge about them, to prevent them from going extinct. The main cause of many species becoming extinct is because we are destroying their habitats, by creating more buildings and cities. Even though, they are going to become extinct eventually, we should make an effort to save them and keep them out of extinction for as long as we can. Maybe then, people would raise awareness in society, and they would try to take part in a evolutionary movement.

Evolution Blog 2: Should creationism be taught in schools?

I agree that creationism should be taught in schools. Although creationism could put an end to science, it could cause people to become more open-minded. Children learning about creationism would not be forced to believe or accept it, if chosen not to. When children learn about creationism, they should just be aware of all the possible theories and possibilities of how the world was created. Then the children would have a choice to either believe in science or creationism.

Evolution Blog 1: Paleontologist

Required Education/Training: Naturally, you would need a Ph.D. in paleontology. You also need a strong educational background in natural sciences, geology and biology. You might be required to have skills in statistical analysis and computers. Voluntary or paid fieldwork is suggested to gain more experience.

Average Salary: In Canada, the average salary of a paleontologist is $66,900. But in the United States, the average salary of a paleontologist is $82,500.

References: 
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/40/Joda_paleontologist.jpg

http://www.academicinvest.com/science-careers/geology-careers/how-to-become-a-paleontologist