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Evolutionary Biology and Human Life History Study Guide

This guide covers the fundamental principles of evolutionary biology, such as genetic variation, natural selection, and kin selection, and their impact on human life history, sexual reproduction, and demographic transitions. It also touches upon life history theory and trade-offs in resource allocation for growth, maintenance, and reproduction.

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ANT 15 Midterm Exam Topics

ANT 15 Midterm Exam Study Checklist

A checklist of topics including life history, cell division, human genetics, and evolutionary mechanisms for the ANT 15 midterm exam.

  • life history
  • fitness
  • survival and fertility
  • haploid and diploid stages
  • meiosis
  • mitosis
  • spermatogenesis
  • oogenesis
  • spermatogonia
  • primary spermatocyte
  • secondary spermatocyte
  • spermatid
  • spermatozoon
  • oogonia
  • primary oocyte
  • ovum
  • zygote
  • fertilization
  • DNA

Evolutionary Biology and Human Life History

Review of natural selection, genetic evolution processes, human adaptations, and life history trade-offs.

  • natural selection
  • deleterious mutation
  • lactase persistence
  • mutation
  • migration
  • genetic drift
  • directional selection
  • disruptive selection
  • stabilizing selection
  • maladaptation
  • altruism
  • Hamilton's rule
  • coefficient of relatedness
  • parthenogenesis
  • two-fold cost of males
  • inter-chromosomal recombination
  • intra-chromosomal recombination
  • crossover
  • sexual reproduction
  • Homo sapiens

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