American Museum of Natural History Field Trip
Genesis Martinez
New Jersey City University
Principles of Biology ll
Professor Kristina Harb
May 02, 2023
, Hall of Biodiversity
To begin with, the term "biodiversity" describes the diversity of life on Earth, from genes
to ecosystems, and can include the ecological, evolutionary, and cultural processes that support
life (AMNH, 20230). The term "biodiversity" refers to a wide range of species, including
humans, animals, fungus, and invertebrates. I was able to witness a wide variety of species in the
biodiversity hall, along with variants on those species. Echinoderms, cnidarians, and other
organisms are first, followed by bacteria, mosses, and sponges. Mutation is the cause of a
species' numerous morphs and variations rather than simply one. Mutation is an evolutionary
process that boosts genetic variety in the population by producing new alleles at random, altering
existing allele frequencies as a result. Mutation in the reproduction of an individual's DNA,
constantly produces variation(Freeman, Chapter 23). This relates to evolution because evolution
is driven by four processes: natural selection, genetic drift, gene flow, and mutation. Natural
selection can result in speciation, in which one species creates a brand-new, distinctly unique
species. This can help to explain the variety of life on Earth. Moths and beetles are two examples
of species variations. Moths of the same species that have varied colored wings aid in
camouflaging themselves to increase their chances of surviving, procreating, and passing on their
genes. This also applies to beetles.
Hall of Ocean Life
The transition of land adapted creatures into the sea is a significant event in evolution.
The first animals with limbs and the ability to move on land date from 365 MYA and are known
as tetrapods (Freeman, Chapter 32). Three main lineages of tetrapods—amphibians, mammals,
and reptiles—were established as a result of the change from water to land. Though life first
Genesis Martinez
New Jersey City University
Principles of Biology ll
Professor Kristina Harb
May 02, 2023
, Hall of Biodiversity
To begin with, the term "biodiversity" describes the diversity of life on Earth, from genes
to ecosystems, and can include the ecological, evolutionary, and cultural processes that support
life (AMNH, 20230). The term "biodiversity" refers to a wide range of species, including
humans, animals, fungus, and invertebrates. I was able to witness a wide variety of species in the
biodiversity hall, along with variants on those species. Echinoderms, cnidarians, and other
organisms are first, followed by bacteria, mosses, and sponges. Mutation is the cause of a
species' numerous morphs and variations rather than simply one. Mutation is an evolutionary
process that boosts genetic variety in the population by producing new alleles at random, altering
existing allele frequencies as a result. Mutation in the reproduction of an individual's DNA,
constantly produces variation(Freeman, Chapter 23). This relates to evolution because evolution
is driven by four processes: natural selection, genetic drift, gene flow, and mutation. Natural
selection can result in speciation, in which one species creates a brand-new, distinctly unique
species. This can help to explain the variety of life on Earth. Moths and beetles are two examples
of species variations. Moths of the same species that have varied colored wings aid in
camouflaging themselves to increase their chances of surviving, procreating, and passing on their
genes. This also applies to beetles.
Hall of Ocean Life
The transition of land adapted creatures into the sea is a significant event in evolution.
The first animals with limbs and the ability to move on land date from 365 MYA and are known
as tetrapods (Freeman, Chapter 32). Three main lineages of tetrapods—amphibians, mammals,
and reptiles—were established as a result of the change from water to land. Though life first
