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Post by 𝘨𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘴𝘶𝘯 on Nov 2, 2016 8:24:50 GMT -5
Technically it's an assignment and not homework, but whatever. My question is as follows (note that it was originally written in Swedish, so this isn't exact, but close enough) Giraffes have not always had long necks and there are now living 'giraffes' with shorter necks. Describe and reason about natural selection and how and why it's caused giraffes on the savannah to have developed long necks. Give several examples. How has the giraffe's long neck played a part in its survival? Now, I've done the obvious and gone for the food aspect as well as the sexual selection side of things as they fight with their necks. Other than that, I haven't found anything on it. I can't email my teacher as I'm homeschooled, and this is technically my break. I was told at the beginning of the week that any email I sent wouldn't be answered until Monday, which is the due date. I have a few questions that I'd appreciate your input on. - Are two examples enough? Do you think I'm expected to give more, and if so, should I hypothesize freely and just make it known that I have no sources or references to back up my claims?
- What do you think the last question means? I'm confused here, would explaining why a long neck would be an advantage in different situations be enough, or should I answer it separately towards the end of the essay?
- Should I somehow involve these short-necked giraffes in the essay? Are they placed in the question as a hint or just to give an example?
To anyone who decides to reply, thank you so much in advance. I'm at a loss here, honestly so anything at all would be helpful.
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Post by finland on Nov 2, 2016 9:53:05 GMT -5
I'm homeschooled too! I think that two reasons would be enough with me it tells me if I need more. The food example explains how having a long neck plays a role in their survival. Because they need to be able to reach their favourite food, leaves!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 2, 2016 10:26:22 GMT -5
I'm homeschooled as well squad
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Post by 🎃❅❖.Şp໐໐kฯຟiຖ໓.❖❅🎃 on Nov 2, 2016 11:01:54 GMT -5
Eating and fighting seems like a good enough reason. It would be good to draw a comparison though as to why giraffes with shorter necks do not have the same advantages as those with longer ones. Like for example, "if they had a short neck, they wouldn't be able to reach more leaves." It may seem obvious but I think it is important to try and draw worded comparisons together.
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Post by 𝘨𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘴𝘶𝘯 on Nov 2, 2016 12:02:31 GMT -5
Hey, homeschooling squad! Thanks to all of you! Drawing comparisons seems like a good idea, thanks. Thank you so much for all your input, I really appreciate it.
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