
B14 Evolution, fossils and extinction
Quiz by Mr R Horn
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Who developed the 'Theory of Natural Selection'?
What is the correct term for a change in the DNA sequence?
What is the most likely sequence for the formation of an animal fossil?
Which two groups (kingdoms) of living organisms are responsible for decay (decomposition)?
What are the best conditions for decay?Â
Which is not a reason why fossils are valuable?
True or False? A dead animal's or plant's remains are most likely to fossilize if the conditions for decay are absent (ie if it is very cold or dry or lacking in oxygen)Â Â
What conclusion can be made about Fossil Q and Fossil P

What is a trace fossil?
What is the correct term for 'different forms of a gene'?
True or False? Organisms in a population show variation. Different alleles form when mutations (changes in the DNA sequence) occur.
True of False? The best adapted organisms are most likely to survive and reproduce
What is the correct term for a microorganism that causes disease
True of false? The alleles that make an organism well adapted are likely to be passed on to their offspring.
What is the name of the first antibiotic discovered?
What is MRSA?