Pocket Mouse Evolution

This simulation shows the spread of a favorable mutation through a population of pocket mice. Even a small selective advantage can lead to a rapid evolution of the population.
Resource ID#: 31515 Type: Video/Audio/Animation
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Direct Link: https://www.biointeractive.org/classroom-resources/simulating-evolution-rock-pocket-mouse-population

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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector
Instructional Time: 1 Minute(s)
Keywords: evolution, gene frequency, mutation, Hardy-Weinberg, selection
Instructional Component Type(s): Video/Audio/Animation,  Teaching Idea
Instructional Design Framework(s): Demonstration
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Science - General

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