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| peppered moth life cycle: Moth Isabel Thomas, 2019-06-25 “A rare pleasure ... a true story of adaptation and hope.” -Wall Street Journal Powerful and visually spectacular, Moth is the remarkable evolution story that captures the struggle of animal survival against the background of an evolving human world in a unique and atmospheric introduction to Darwin's theory of Natural Selection. “This is a story of light and dark...” Against a lush backdrop of lichen-covered trees, the peppered moth lies hidden. Until the world begins to change... Along come people with their magnificent machines which stain the land with soot. In a beautiful landscape changed by humans how will one little moth survive? A clever picture book text about the extraordinary way in which animals have evolved, intertwined with the complication of human intervention. This remarkable retelling of the story of the peppered moth is the perfect introduction to natural selection and evolution for children. A 2020 AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books Finalist! A School Library Journal Best Book of 2019! A Horn Book Best Book of 2019! A Shelf Awareness Best Book of 2019! |
| peppered moth life cycle: Colour Identification Guide to Caterpillars of the British Isles. Macrolepidoptera Jim Porter, 2013-01-21 This is the first comprehensive photo-illustrated guide to the caterpillars of butterflies and macro-moths. The book illustrates over 850 different species, or about 95% of resident, extinct, regular or irregular immigrant species to the British Isles. All specimens are photographed in natural situations upon the relevant foodplants, including many varieties indigenous to continental Europe. Many of the species have never been illustrated as caterpillars before, either by artwork or by photography. This work has received unreserved support from the best and most competent entomologists. Though the book illustrates British species, it is most valuable for lepidopterists all over Europe and especially in North and Central Europe. Never before have so many superb colour photographs of Lepidoptera been brought together in a book. After Preface, Acknowledgements, Introduction, and List of larvae required for photographs, the systematic part with descriptions of the species follows. The text is for each species divided into the following chapters: Larva, with description; Foodplant; Habits, incl. information on how to breed the species. The book should appeal to anyone with an interest in European Macrolepidoptera. |
| peppered moth life cycle: The Peppered Moth Margaret Drabble, 2012-03-29 The prize-winning author of The Dark Flood Rises offers an “absorbing” portrait of three generations of women—inspired by her own family (The New York Times Book Review). In the early 1900s, young Bessie Bawtry grows up in a mining town in South Yorkshire, England. Unusually gifted, she longs to escape a life burdened by unquestioned tradition. She studies patiently, dreaming of the day when she will take the entrance exam for Cambridge and leave her narrow world. A generation later, Bessie’s daughter Chrissie feels a similar impulse to expand her horizons, which she in turn passes on to her own daughter. Nearly a century after that, Bessie’s granddaughter finds herself listening to a lecture on genetics and biological determinism. She has returned to Breaseborough and wonders at the families who remained in the humble little town where Bessie grew up. Confronted with what would have been her life had her grandmother stayed, she finds herself faced with difficult questions. Is she really so different from the plain South Yorkshire locals? As she soon learns, the past has a way of reasserting itself—not unlike the peppered moth that was once thought to be nearing extinction but is now enjoying a sudden and unexplained resurgence. With The Peppered Moth, the acclaimed author of The Seven Sisters conjures a captivating work of semi-fiction, grappling with her memory of her own mother and the indelible mark of family and heredity. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Of Moths and Men Judith Hooper, 2002 In this revelatory work, Judith Hooper uncovers the intellectual rivalries, petty jealousies, and flawed science behind one of the most famous experiments in evolutionary biology. Bernard Kettlewell's 1953 experiment on the peppered moths of England made him a media star on the order of Jonas Salk -- but also an unlikely tragic hero. As Hooper recounts in this rollicking scientific detective story, the truth can be subverted when the stakes are very high. Book jacket. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Nature's Yearly Cycle Sierra Layne, AI, 2025-02-17 Nature's Yearly Cycle explores the profound impact of seasonal changes on our planet's biodiversity and ecological resilience. These cyclical patterns, driven by Earth's orbit, are not just scenic but are critical drivers of biological processes. You'll discover how seasonal niches support a greater variety of species and how organisms adapt to fluctuating conditions. For example, some plants flower in spring to take advantage of increased sunlight, while certain animals hibernate to conserve energy during the winter.The book examines specific cases of species adaptation and culminates by assessing the implications of seasonal dynamics for ecosystem resilience. It reveals how these dynamics prepare ecosystems for larger challenges, offering a holistic view of seasonal ecology. The book progresses by first introducing the fundamental concepts of seasonal drivers and ecological responses, followed by examining specific cases of species adaptation. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Observing Evolution Bruce S. Grant, 2021-08-10 The author presents a firsthand narrative about discovering the parallel evolution of melanism in American and British peppered moths, Biston betularia-- |
| peppered moth life cycle: What Darwin Got Wrong Jerry Fodor, Massimo Piattelli-Palmarini, 2011-02-24 Jerry Fodor and Massimo Piatelli-Palmarini, a distinguished philosopher and scientist working in tandem, reveal major flaws at the heart of Darwinian evolutionary theory. They do not deny Darwin's status as an outstanding scientist but question the inferences he drew from his observations. Combining the results of cutting-edge work in experimental biology with crystal-clear philosophical argument they mount a devastating critique of the central tenets of Darwin's account of the origin of species. The logic underlying natural selection is the survival of the fittest under changing environmental pressure. This logic, they argue, is mistaken. They back up the claim with evidence of what actually happens in nature. This is a rare achievement - the short book that is likely to make a great deal of difference to a very large subject. What Darwin Got Wrong will be controversial. The authors' arguments will reverberate through the scientific world. At the very least they will transform the debate about evolution. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Bugs in the System May R. Berenbaum, 2010-11-05 An introduction to insect physiology, genetics and behaviour which looks at the interaction between humans and insects, and explores both the positive and negative aspects of the relationship. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Lichenpedia Kay Hurley, 2024-05-28 An illustrated mini-encyclopedia about the weird and wonderful world of lichens Lichenpedia is a delightfully entertaining and beautifully illustrated A–Z treasury about the strange, obscure, and remarkable world of lichens, from their unique and essential roles in nature and the ways they are used in dyeing, brewing, and drug-making to how they have inspired writers and artists, from Henry David Thoreau to modern painters. In 100 brief entries written in a vivid, lively style, Kay Hurley introduces key aspects of lichen biology, environmental roles, emerging uses, scientific history, and myth. She describes the variety of forms that lichens take, from leafy to filamentous to things reminiscent of skin diseases, with imaginative names like witch’s hair. She explains the surprising ways that birds and beasts—from reindeer and moose down to tiny tardigrades—use lichens, and how lichens survive in extreme environments, from deserts to Antarctica to outer space. Hurley also introduces some of the innovators who have advanced the knowledge of lichens, from the ancient Greek philosopher Theophrastus to today’s professional lichenologists. With charming drawings by Susan Adele Edwards, Lichenpedia promises to put you in touch with the natural world in a new way by opening your eyes to these vital organisms, which are all around us, hidden in plain sight. Features a cloth cover with an elaborate foil-stamped design |
| peppered moth life cycle: The Mystery of Evolutionary Mechanisms Robert F. Shedinger, 2019-06-28 Is Darwinian evolution really the most successful scientific theory ever proposed—or even the best idea anyone has ever had, as Daniel Dennett once put it? The Mystery of Evolutionary Mechanisms provides a comprehensive critical reading of the literature of evolutionary biology from Darwin to Dobzhansky to Dawkins, revealing this popular account of evolution to be a grand narrative of Darwinian triumph that greatly overstates the empirical validity of modern evolutionary theory. The mechanisms driving the evolutionary process truly remain a mystery more than one hundred fifty years after Origin of Species, a fact that can free religion scholars to think in more creative ways about the positive contributions religious reflection might make to our understanding of life’s origin and diversity. The Mystery of Evolutionary Mechanisms calls for an embrace of mystery, understood not as an abdication of the scientific quest for truth but as a courageous and humble acknowledgment of the limits of human reason and an openness to a fundamentally religious orientation toward life. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Ecotoxicology Michael C. Newman, William H. Clements, 2007-12-13 A unique presentation that unifies the field, this book brings together concepts and information about contaminant effects at all levels of the biological hierarchy. Beginning at the biomolecular level, this book builds progressively toward a discussion of effects to the global biosphere. Emphasizing ecological components and fundamental paradigms, the authors strike a balance between the presentation of details relevant at each level and the integration of phenomena and processes among levels. A milestone in the field, the book is suitable for graduate courses, as well as a reference for professionals in the field. |
| peppered moth life cycle: The Foundations of Population Genetics Daniel M. Weinreich, 2023-08-29 An accessible but rigorous treatment of the theoretical foundations of population genetics. Population genetics—the branch of evolutionary biology concerned with understanding how and why populations’ genetic compositions change over time—rests on a well-developed theoretical foundation that draws on genetics, mathematics, and computer science. This textbook provides an approachable but rigorous treatment for advanced undergraduate and graduate students interested in building a quantitative understanding of the genetics of evolution. Existing texts either assume very mathematically advanced readers, or avoid much of the underlying theory, instead focusing on current methods of data analysis. In contrast, The Foundations of Population Genetics develops the theory from first principles. Requiring only confidence in algebra, this self-contained, student-friendly book illustrates the conceptual framework, terminology, and methods of mathematical modeling. It progressively introduces concepts from genetics as needed, while emphasizing biological implications throughout. As a result, readers come away with a deep understanding of the structure of population genetics without needing to master its mathematics. Connects theory with the most recent genetic data better than existing texts Features engaging real-world examples and extensive original figures Provides dozens of carefully scaffolded questions that deepen the reader's understanding of key concepts Ideal as a succinct reference for established scientists in biology, medicine, and computer science Instructor resources available |
| peppered moth life cycle: The Insects P. J. Gullan, P. S. Cranston, 2009-02-05 TO ACCESS THE ARTWORK FROM THE BOOK, PLEASE VISITwww.blackwellpublishing.com/gullan. This established and popular textbook is the definitive guide tothe study of insects; a group of animals that represent over halfof the planet’s biological diversity. Completely updated and expanded, this new edition examines allaspects of insect biology including anatomy and physiology, ecologyand evolution of insects, insect behaviours such as sociality,predation, parasitism and defense, medical and veterinaryentomology and methods of collection, preserving and identifyinginsects. Features new chapters on the methods and results of studies ofinsect phylogeny and a new review of insect evolution andbiogeography. Includes expanded sections on species diversity, socialbehaviour, pest management, aquatic entomology, parasitology andmedical entomology. Successful strategies in insect conservation are also coveredfor the first time, reflecting the increasing threat to naturalecosystems from environmental changes. Boxes highlighting key themes, suggestions for further readingand illustrations, including specially commissioned drawings andcolour plates, are included throughout. The artwork from the text is available for instructors eithervia CD-ROM or by visiting www.blackwellpublishing.com/gullan. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Truth - Not Exactly R. W. Mills, 2004-09-22 Page Count: 348 Truth - Not Exactly reveals how an atheist found God. This book contains his truth-seeking process: Deductive Theology, which assisted in the discovery of Revealed Truth. Further research concludes that God has absolutely communicated with us. Gods revelation is investigated, using the authors analytical skills from his business background. He gets to the bottom line of many life-impacting issues. Gods revelation with man is compared with actual recorded history, and what is found may change your ideas forever. Answers to real issues are covered in a matter-of-fact manner. There is no religious upbringing to protect. Nothing is taboo. It is a search for truth that became dangerous. Previously accepted concepts and values were turned upside down. The author was unprepared for the number of partial truths and blatant lies being fed to the masses; lies that he had completely accepted as well. This is not a standard theology book. You may not agree, but you will discover the truth about God. It may be one of the most important books you read. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Timelines of Nature DK, 2023-06-06 Explore the natural world through time Discover the fascinating history of our planet with this unique collection of visual timelines. First, the book looks back to the start of our world's existence. Learn how many years it took the moon to form and witness Earth's continents collide. Discover the history of Earth's most spectacular features-from the Grand Canyon to the Sahara Desert. See how life evolved, from the first single-celled organisms to the extraordinary variety of creatures living today. Then we look at life on Earth today. Every species on Earth has its own unique story-Timelines of Nature reveals these weird and wonderful life cycles through fascinating visual timelines. It tells you what's really happening on Earth each minute of every day. Ever wondered what the mayfly does with its short life? In this book, you'll find out how it lives as a nymph for two weeks, before emerging out of the water to fly for just a day in the sky as a mayfly. If you've ever thought about how a chimpanzee spends its day, how the rainforest changes over 24 hours, or how long a kangaroo's pregnancy lasts, then this is the book for you. Full of exciting visual timelines covering minutes, hours, days, weeks, months, and years, Timelines of Nature reveals our planet's natural history and its life cycles in an entirely new way. |
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| peppered moth life cycle: The Economy of Nature Robert E. Ricklefs, 2008-12-11 The classic introductory text offers a balanced survey of Ecology. It is best known for its vivid examples from natural history, comprehensive coverage of evolution and quantitative approach. Due to popular demand, the fifth edition update brings twenty new data analysis modules that introduce students to ecological data and quantitative methods used by ecologists. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Biology Leslie MacKenzie, David K. Arwine, Edward J. Shewan, Michael J. McHugh, 2004-08 Originally developed by the Creation Research Society, this classic text is now available in an updated and full-color edition. This hardbound text contains helpful questions and a thorough presentation of biology concepts. Beautiful graphs and illustrations complement the text material that is scientifically accurate and true to six-day/young earth creationism. Grades 9-10. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Encyclopedia of Insects Vincent H. Resh, Ring T. Cardé, 2009-07-22 Awarded Best Reference by the New York Public Library (2004), Outstanding Academic Title by CHOICE (2003), and AAP/PSP 2003 Best Single Volume Reference/Sciences by Association of American Publishers' Professional Scholarly Publishing Division, the first edition of Encyclopedia of Insects was acclaimed as the most comprehensive work devoted to insects. Covering all aspects of insect anatomy, physiology, evolution, behavior, reproduction, ecology, and disease, as well as issues of exploitation, conservation, and management, this book sets the standard in entomology. The second edition of this reference will continue the tradition by providing the most comprehensive, useful, and up-to-date resource for professionals. Expanded sections in forensic entomology, biotechnology and Drosphila, reflect the full update of over 300 topics. Articles contributed by over 260 high profile and internationally recognized entomologists provide definitive facts regarding all insects from ants, beetles, and butterflies to yellow jackets, zoraptera, and zygentoma. - 66% NEW and revised content by over 200 international experts - New chapters on Bedbugs, Ekbom Syndrome, Human History, Genomics, Vinegaroons - Expanded sections on insect-human interactions, genomics, biotechnology, and ecology - Each of the 273 articles updated to reflect the advances which have taken place in entomology research since the previous edition - Features 1,000 full-color photographs, figures and tables - A full glossary, 1,700 cross-references, 3,000 bibliographic entries, and online access save research time - Updated with online access |
| peppered moth life cycle: DK Eyewitness Books: Butterfly and Moth DK, 2000-05-31 Beautiful in their simplicity, the lives of butterflies and moths have long fascinated scholars and children alike. Here is a rich and innovative look at their natural history. Stunning real-life photographs provide a unique eyewitness view of the behavior of these complex and vividly beautiful insects, their structure and life cycle, where they live and feed, and how they protect themselves. See a butterfly emerging from its chrysalis, how silk mothsmake silk, a caterpillar eating its own eggshell, and butterflies that have become extinct. Learn how a caterpillar can frighten off predators, why some adultmoths never eat, which butterfly migrates the length of a subcontinent, and howto breed butterflies and moths, and much more! Discover in close-up the enchanting and secret life of butterflies and moths. |
| peppered moth life cycle: The Sister Poppy Adams, 2009-07-07 Born into a long line of distinguished lepidopterists, scientists who study moths and butterflies, Ginny and Vivien grew up in a sprawling Victorian home. Forty-seven years later, Ginny lives there alone, tending to her moths and obsessions amid the ghosts of her past. But when her sister Vivien returns to the crumbling family mansion, dark, unspoken secrets rise, disrupting Ginny's ordered life and threatening the family's fragile peace. Told in Ginny's unforgettable voice, this debut novel tells a disquieting story of two sisters and the ties that bind—sometimes a little too tightly. |
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| peppered moth life cycle: AQA Key Stage 3 Science Pupil Book 2 Neil Dixon, Carol Davenport, Nick Dixon, Ian Horsewell, 2018-03-05 Ensure that every student develops the maths, literacy and working scientifically skills they need to succeed with this skills-focused Pupil Book that contains a variety of activities, questions and real-world examples that are tailored to the Big Ideas and mastery goals of the AQA KS3 Syllabus. - Develop conceptual understanding with a variety of questions that require students to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios. - Build working scientifically skills with various Enquiry activities matched to the AQA syllabus. - Test understanding and measure progress with factual recall questions developed around the ideas of Generalisations, Principles and Models. - Stretch knowledge and understanding with extend tasks linked to higher-order thinking skills - Compare, Evaluate and Predict. - Bridge the gap between Key Stages 2 and 3, with a focus on maths and enquiry skills and understanding scientific terminology. - Provides comprehensive support for non-specialist or less-confident teachers when used in conjunction with the online Teaching & Learning resources. Written in association with Sheffield Hallam University: The Science Education Team within Sheffield Institute of Education (SIoE), is one of the leading STEM education groups in Europe, with a worldwide reputation for knowledge exchange and research. SIoE leads national and international STEM education programmes covering curriculum and pedagogical design and development, widening participation to traditionally under-represented groups, and research in science education. |
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| peppered moth life cycle: Sustainable Heritage Amalia Leifeste, Barry L. Stiefel, 2018-06-14 This book brings together ecological-conservation theory and heritage-preservation theory and shows how these two realms have common purpose. Through theoretical discussion and illustrative examples, Sustainable Heritage reframes the history of multiple movements within preservation and sustainable-design strategies into cross-disciplinary themes. Through topics such as Cultural Relationships with Nature, Ecology, Biodiversity, Energy, and Resource Systems; Integrating Biodiversity into the Built Environment Rehabilitation Practice; Fixing the Shortcomings Within Community Design, Planning, and Policy; Strategies for Adapting Buildings and Structures for Rising Sea Levels; and Vehicles as a Microcosm of Approaching Built Environment Rehabilitation, the book explores contemporary ecological and heritage ethics as a strategy for improving the livability of the built environment. The authors provide a holistic critique of the challenges we face in light of climate and cultural changes occurring from the local to the global level. It synthesizes the best practices offered by separate disciplines as one cohesive way forward toward sustainable design. The authors consider strategies for increasing the physical and cultural longevity of the built environment, why these two are so closely paired, and the potential their overlap offers for sustained and meaningful inhabitation. Sustainable Heritage unites students and professionals in a wide range of disciplines with one common language and more closely aligned sets of objectives for preservation and sustainable design. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Invitation to Biology Helena Curtis, N. Sue Barnes, 1994-02-15 This clearly written, accurate, and well-illustrated introduction to biology seamlessly integrates the theme of evolution while offering expanded, up-to-date coverage of genetic engineering, the immune response, embryological development, and ecological concerns. |
| peppered moth life cycle: The Gist of Genetics Rowland H. Davis, Stephen G. Weller, 1997-12 The complete coverage of this book makes it an ideal companion for students of genetics. Its organization complements any standard undergraduate textbook. Core material is presented in outline form, making it easier to digest and review key concepts. Coverage of the basic phenomenology of inheritance, genetic analysis, and genetic logic and rationales will be appropriate for every student taking a course in genetics. Additionally, review questions and problems, with answers, appear at the end of each chapter. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Weed Research Paul E. Hatcher, Robert J. Froud-Williams, 2017-08-07 This book presents the most up-to-date and comprehensive guide to the current and potential future state of weed science and research. Weeds have a huge effect on the world by reducing crop yield and quality, delaying or interfering with harvesting, interfering with animal feeding (including poisoning), reducing animal health and preventing water flow. They are common across the world and cost billions of dollars’ worth of crop losses year on year, as well as billions of dollars in the annual expense of controlling them. An understanding of weeds is vital to their proper management and control, without which the reduction in crop yields that they would cause could lead to mass starvation across the globe. Topics covered include weed biology and ecology, control of weeds and particular issues faced in their control. Authored and edited by internationally renowned scientists in the field all of whom are actively involved in European Weed Research Society working groups, this succinct overview covers all the relevant aspects of the science of weeds. Weed Research: Expanding Horizons is the perfect resource for botanists, horticultural scientists, agronomists, weed scientists, plant protection specialists and agrochemical company personnel. |
| peppered moth life cycle: EVOLUTION Michael Ruse, Joseph Travis, 2009-01-01 Spanning evolutionary science from its inception to its latest findings, from discoveries and data to philosophy and history, this book is the most complete, authoritative, and inviting one-volume introduction to evolutionary biology available. Clear, informative, and comprehensive in scope, Evolution opens with a series of major essays dealing with the history and philosophy of evolutionary biology, with major empirical and theoretical questions in the science, from speciation to adaptation, from paleontology to evolutionary development (evo devo), and concluding with essays on the social and political significance of evolutionary biology today. A second encyclopedic section travels the spectrum of topics in evolution with concise, informative, and accessible entries on individuals from Aristotle and Linneaus to Louis Leakey and Jean Lamarck; from T. H. Huxley and E. O. Wilson to Joseph Felsenstein and Motoo Kimura; and on subjects from altruism and amphibians to evolutionary psychology and Piltdown Man to the Scopes trial and social Darwinism. Readers will find the latest word on the history and philosophy of evolution, the nuances of the science itself, and the intricate interplay among evolutionary study, religion, philosophy, and society. Appearing at the beginning of the Darwin Year of 2009Ñthe 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin and the 150th anniversary of the publication of the Origin of SpeciesÑthis volume is a fitting tribute to the science Darwin set in motion. |
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| peppered moth life cycle: The Vanishing Proofs of Evolution Thomas F. Heinze, 2011 Are your children being taught scientific proofs that have already been disproven? Much of the world has been convinced to abandon God because of a few classic proofs of evolution in schoolbooks. The Vanishing Proofs of Evolution shows how one after another of these very convincing proofs has been found to be untrue. Don't just stand and watch while your kids and their teachers are being deceived. Give them the knowledge that will build their faith and help them help others. It's all explained in this scientifically-sound book, which clearly shows that true science supports the Creation position and disproves evolution. The book presents powerful evidence that God is the Creator, and concludes with an introduction to Him. Discover how easy it can be to defend the Creation position. Recommendation: “The Vanishing Proofs of Evolution” is an excellent source of the positive evidence for creation while describing the scientific evidence against the theory of evolution. (Duane Gish, Ph.D, Vice President, Institute for Creation Research.) |
| peppered moth life cycle: Biology Workbook For Dummies Rene Fester Kratz, 2012-04-06 From genetics to ecology — the easy way to score higher in biology Are you a student baffled by biology? You're not alone. With the help of Biology Workbook For Dummies you'll quickly and painlessly get a grip on complex biology concepts and unlock the mysteries of this fascinating and ever-evolving field of study. Whether used as a complement to Biology For Dummies or on its own, Biology Workbook For Dummies aids you in grasping the fundamental aspects of Biology. In plain English, it helps you understand the concepts you'll come across in your biology class, such as physiology, ecology, evolution, genetics, cell biology, and more. Throughout the book, you get plenty of practice exercises to reinforce learning and help you on your goal of scoring higher in biology. Grasp the fundamental concepts of biology Step-by-step answer sets clearly identify where you went wrong (or right) with a problem Hundreds of study questions and exercises give you the skills and confidence to ace your biology course If you're intimidated by biology, utilize the friendly, hands-on information and activities in Biology Workbook For Dummies to build your skills in and out of the science lab. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Human Evolution Joseph Benjamin Birdsell, 1975 |
| peppered moth life cycle: The Basics of Selection Graham Bell, 2012-12-06 This new textbook for students taking courses in evolution is addressed to one of the most difficult questions evolutionary biology, that of selection. Covering both artificial and natural selection, the author has written a short, readable text that will appeal to students and professionals alike. how the nature of the process determines the nature of evolutionary change. |
| peppered moth life cycle: Evolutionary Principles Peter Calow, 2013-03-14 The last few years have seen a number of new books on evolutionary biology. However most of these are either large or specialized. This is an attempt to produce a thin, general version for undergraduate use. Thinness, of course, demands selectivity, and the aim has been to concentrate on the principles of the subject rather than on the details-principles, that is, of both theory and practice. Thinness also sometimes means that a certain level of knowledge is assumed in the readership, but I hope that this is not the case here, and my intention has certainly been to produce something that is as intelligible to the uninitiated as it is to the well-informed. As for the bibliography, I refer, where possible, to reviews rather than primary sources, so a citation should not be taken to imply any sort of precedence. In developing the theme, I have adopted a loosely historical approach, not only because I believe that this makes for more interesting reading but also because the subject, like the subject it addresses, has evolved under the critical eye of a selective process. Problems have been perceived, hypotheses have been formulated to explain them, facts have been amassed to test the hypotheses, more problems have been perceived, more hypotheses formu lated, and so on. |
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PEPPERED Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of PEPPER is either of two pungent spices that consist of the dried, typically ground fruit of an Indian vine (Piper nigrum). How to use pepper in a sentence.
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Synonyms for PEPPERED: sprinkled, dotted, colored, colorful, stippled, speckled, marked, streaked; Antonyms of PEPPERED: solid, monochromatic, monochrome, monochromic
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