Lab Procedures and Evolutionary Concepts

Professor Willis introduces the first lab on evolutionary history and classification, emphasizing the importance of online learning skills and troubleshooting. The lab focuses on constructing phylogenetic trees and understanding taxonomy, with a special emphasis on Linnaeus' classification system. Students will use molecular evidence to explore evolutionary relationships and are given detailed instructions for completing and submitting their lab work.

What should you do first if a link to an activity does not work?

• Email the professor immediately.

• Restart your computer.

• Try a different browser.

• Check your internet connection.

What is the main focus of the first lab?

• Photosynthesis

• Genetic mutations

• Cellular biology

• Classification and evolutionary history

Who developed the system of binomial nomenclature?

• Charles Darwin

• Louis Pasteur

• Gregor Mendel

• Carolus Linnaeus

What is the mnemonic to remember the hierarchy of classification?

• My Very Educated Mother Just Served Us Noodles

• Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally

• King Philip Came Over For Good Spaghetti

• Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge

What are shared derived traits also known as?

• Vestigial traits

• Cinepomorphis

• Analogous structures

• Homologous structures

Which of the following is NOT a method used to determine evolutionary relationships?

• Fossil analysis

• Molecular evidence

• Embryology

• Astrology

What gene will be used in the lab to compare amino acid sequences?

• MYH7

• BRCA1

• COX-1

• TP53

What is the purpose of using the website UniProt in the lab?

• To find images of organisms

• To compare DNA sequences

• To simulate genetic mutations

• To calculate molecular weight

What should you do if you need to modify the lab document?

• Modify it as needed and submit

• Submit it as is

• Contact the professor for permission

• Wait for further instructions

By when should the lab assignment be submitted?

• Monday at 5:30 PM

• Wednesday at 5:30 PM

• Sunday at 5:30 PM

• Friday at 5:30 PM