The measurements for rates are identified by this model
Similar environments lead to organisms having similar solutions to challenges
Larger brain size in comparison to body size
Major transitions are
observed genetic frequencies and the model's predictions helps assess and measure the rates of evolution within a population
Major transitions include: Bipedalism, tool use, increased intelligence
relatively rapid changes in allele frequencies within small populations may align with the punctuated pattern of evolutionary change
Explains genetic variation changes over generations due to random genetic drift in finite populations
Influences how the anatomy is structured
Influences how the anatomy is structured.
the structure of the tree determined by the analysis of genetic data to infer evolutionary divergence
provides a baseline for understanding how genetic variation is maintained or changed in non-evolving populations
Genetic drift influences evolution rates by introducing random fluctuations in allele frequencies within populations.

Genetic Drift

Hardy Weinberg Model

Wright Fisher Model

Why are models important

Punctuated equilibrium

Gradualism

genetic data for phylogentics

Convergent Evolution

Examples: Wings in birds & bats. Methods for digging with claws vs teeth. Skin covering with hair vs feathers.

Human Evolution

Human lactase retention

Environment of Selection

Pedomorphosis

Measurements for rates

Evolution Rates

Major Evolution Transitions

Phylogentic Tree Anatomy