In our online lecture we include a quote by E. O. Wilson, “
The one process now going on that will take millions of years to correct is the loss of genetic and species diversity by the destruction of natural habitats. This is the folly our descendants are least likely to forgive us.
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Throughout Earth’s history, we have had long periods of innovation and radiation of new species which have been interrupted periodically by five major extinction events that eliminated large percentages of the life on Earth. The last of these appears to have involved a collision with a large asteroid resulting in the loss of the dinosaurs at the end of the Cretaceous. Each of these events has been followed by a new period of radiation of new species and innovation.
As Wilson states, we are now in the midst of a sixth major extinction event that has been brought on by the actions of humans.
Describe the common pattern of alternating extinctions and radiations. Consider Wilson’s statement. What evidence can you find to support or refute that statement? Do you agree with Wilson? Explain why you do or don’t agree and present the evidence supporting your opinion.
1200 word minimun
Must be APA Formatted
Must cite
and have Reference section
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In our online lecture we include a quote by E. O. Wilson, The one.docx
1. In our online lecture we include a quote by E. O. Wilson, “
The one process now going on that will take millions of years to
correct is the loss of genetic and species diversity by the
destruction of natural habitats. This is the folly our
descendants are least likely to forgive us.
”
Throughout Earth’s history, we have had long periods of
innovation and radiation of new species which have been
interrupted periodically by five major extinction events that
eliminated large percentages of the life on Earth. The last of
these appears to have involved a collision with a large asteroid
resulting in the loss of the dinosaurs at the end of the
Cretaceous. Each of these events has been followed by a new
period of radiation of new species and innovation.
As Wilson states, we are now in the midst of a sixth major
extinction event that has been brought on by the actions of
humans.
Describe the common pattern of alternating extinctions and
radiations. Consider Wilson’s statement. What evidence can you
find to support or refute that statement? Do you agree with
Wilson? Explain why you do or don’t agree and present the
evidence supporting your opinion.
1200 word minimun
Must be APA Formatted
Must cite
and have Reference section
