Friday,+Dec.+2nd

Friday, December 2nd =Project Day 4=

Overview
In this Lesson, students will be able to demonstrate their understanding of Evolution through Natural Selection by using prior knowledge of organims and ecosystems to hypothesize which "genetic mutation" will lead to a new adaptation in the human population.

Students will:
 * Formulate their hypothesis with an "If..Then..Because..." prediction
 * Follow all lab safety and procedure protocols
 * Work in their assigned groups to **collect** AND **record** data
 * Use metric balances, graduated cylinders to calculate precentages

Do Now
Meet with your group to compare your predictions. Be sure each member of your group has their hypothesis written on their lab packet with an "If...Then...Because..." statement.

__**Example**:__ "**If** humans were to acquire the Spike as a genetic mutation for their hands, **Then** they could collect the highest percentage of food, **Because** the Spike can puncture and hold the food best."

Demonstration
Sit with your groups and watch as the teachers demonstrate proper and improper lab safety and procedure protocols. Make Note of all DO's and DONT's.

Activity
Re-Read the Lab instructions with your group BEFORE beginning the Lab. ASK all questions BEFORE beginning the Lab. When your group is ready, start collecting with Rice OR Juice.