Can Evolution Make an Eye? - 12 Days of Evolution #4

Can Evolution Make an Eye? - 12 Days of Evolution #4

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Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video explains the evolution of eyes, comparing them to cameras. It describes how light-sensitive cells in simple organisms evolved into complex eyes through natural selection. Computer simulations demonstrate this process in 350,000 generations. The complexity of eyes, evolving independently multiple times, supports Darwin's theory of evolution. The video concludes by highlighting the adaptability and evolutionary success of eyes across different species.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the process by which simple light patches can evolve into camera-like eyes.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does the text suggest about the number of times nature has independently evolved eyes?

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