Natural and Artificial Selection Research Paper
We have been studying Evolution in Unit 3. During the course of our discussion, we have covered the topics of
natural and artificial selection. You are being given an opportunity to write a research paper in which you compare
and contrast natural and artificial selection using at least three examples. The paper can be written in place of a lab
grade from first quarter.
Question: Identify Natural and Artificial selection and then compare and contrast these terms
using three animal examples.
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Define and discuss the meaning of Natural Selection
Define and discuss the meaning of Artificial Selection
Compare and contrast natural and artificial selection using three examples.
Use information from at least three appropriate sources (Academic journals, industry or government
websites, or peer­reviewed articles). You are not using Wikipedia.
Include an appropriate works cited.
Cite the sources in the research paper.
The paper features a accurate introductory paragraph that states the
thesis and outlines the general direction of the paper.
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The paper discusses Natural Selection, provides a valid definition, and 0
provide three examples.
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The paper discusses Artificial Selection, provides a valid definition, and0
provides three examples.
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The paper provides an articurate comparison and contrast of Natural
and Artificial selection using three or more examples
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The paper has an appropriate flow, is written in third person point of 0
view, and has integrated quotes and or source information in the paper.
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The paper includes an appropriate conclusion which reviews the topics 0
covered in the paper.
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The paper includes an appropriate works cited.
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The paper includes quotes which are used appropriately from three
appropriate sources.
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The paper is written in using appropriate grammar, punctuation, and
spelling. The paper is written in proper MLA format (double spaced,
Times­New Roman font)
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