Overview: This short video provides several examples of the practical applications of phylogenetics. This resource is available from the Peabody Museum of Natural History Author/Source: Peabody Museum of Natural History Grade level: 9-12 Time: 4 minutes Teaching tips: This video would make a nice wrap-up to a unit on phylogenetics or a good introduction to an activity in which students explore a practical application of phylogenetics. Concepts: Scientists use multiple research methods (experiments, observational research, comparative research, and modeling) to collect data. Science is a human endeavor. As with other scientific disciplines, evolutionary biology has applications that factor into everyday life. Teacher background: Classification/Phylogenetics Relevance

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