Assignment:
Topic 1: Evolution in the news
Share a link to a science story involving evolution. Which forces of evolution are mentioned or strongly implied in the story? Why do you think those forces are relevant to the individuals, items, or events described in the news article?
Topic 2: Genetics and you
Some diseases are directly related to genes. Other diseases such as many cancers seem to be related to life style. Do a bit of research or reading at this site: https://www.genome.gov/For-Patients-and-Families/Genetic-Disorders. Pick one of these disorders and diseases and explain the risk factors for it. In your opinion, how might culture or life style affect the disease or disorder that you picked? Make sure that you do not pick the same disease or disorder that someone else in the class has already discussed.
Choose one of the two topics. Less than 100 words