BIO 1003

Introduction to thinking like a scientist - the case of “Tammy Faye” (a boa constrictor that had reportedly reproduced asexually): 1. What is surprising about this report? What allowed us to recognize this reputed occurrence as being unusual? 2. What is asexual reproduction? How might the offspring of an asexual parent differ from offspring produced via sexual reproduction? 3. Discuss how the genetic data we examined allowed us to exclude the four male boas as possible fathe...

This is not a graded assignment; do not turn it in. You can complete this Knowledge Check to make sure you understand the content covered in class during the week. If you would like to type notes into this worksheet, follow these instructions: • From the menu bar, choose File > Make a Copy • Create a name and save it in your own Google drive folders. The Evolution of Sex; The Red Queen Introduction List types of pathogens - Bacteria - Viruses - Prions Explain the body’s ...