Science Detectives: Classification and Common Ancestry
Join us for classes designed especially for homeschool and track-out students. These 60-minute classes allow us to delve deeper into topics and incorporate additional learning experiences.
What exactly is common ancestry and evolution? Who was Carl von Linne? What is the difference between classification and identification? What is a phylogeny and how is it important to the classification of organisms? To answer these questions, we will introduce the concept of biological classification and the importance evolution and common ancestry play in correct phylogeny. Participants will learn how to interpret a phylogenetic tree and learn the value and limitation of “keys” in organizing groups of objects while developing their own dichotomous key.
Participants must be 11 years of age or older for this program. This is a drop-off program, but adults must stay in the Museum during the program time.
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Registration ends 48 hours prior to program start time.
For more information contact Missy Chernick.