Tempo of Evolution: Evaluate contrasting scientific viewpoints regarding the process of evolution.
this essay will require you to apply critical thinking to evaluate some aspect of evolutionary theory. The essay should cover the topic and be at least 10-15 sentences in length.
Details about the topic and essay:
There continues to be a debate in evolutionary theory concerning the pace of evolutionary change.
There are two dominant explanations for the rate at which evolution occurs- they are known as 1) Phyletic Gradualism and 2) Punctuated Equilibrium.
Your essay should 1) compare and contrast the two proposed models, 2) identify their differing consequences for the fossil record, and, applying your knowledge of evolutionary theory, 3) explain what natural processes can explain each pattern.
