The
Slow Death of Spontaneous Generation (1668-1859)
What is Spontaneous Generation? This site gives historical background on the Theory of Spontaneous Generation. Read the information and make a timeline showing the history
of Spontaneous Generation.
Spontaneous Generation
Before the invention of scientific equipment such as microscopes and telescopes, much scientific theory was based on simple observation. For example, people believed that
worms came from mud because that is where they found worms. Read the information on this page about spontaneous generation. Describe Francesco Redi's experiment that disproved
the Theory of Spontaneous Generation.
Jean-Baptiste
Lemark
One of the earliest theories on evolution was proposed by a man named Jean-Baptiste Lemark. In your Science Journal, write a summary of Lemark's theory.
Meiosis Tutorial
This site explains the process of meiosis. You can view an animation of meiosis 1 and meiosis 2 by clicking on the designated icon during the tutorial. Write a brief explanation
of how meiosis 2 is similar to mitosis.
Stages of Mitosis
Visit this site for a summary of the purpose and stages of mitosis. What is the purpose of mitosis in single-celled organisms?
