This discussion will be centered around the evolutionary origins of life on Earth. To accompany our lecture and lab information on the topic, please watch the TED Talk linked below for additional background information on the topic.
Post: Write two short paragraphs based upon lecture information, information taken from the TED Talk, and information from personal research as it pertains to our discussion of plant evolution.
Paragraph Prompt 1: Given what you know about the importance of plants to life on Earth discuss, 1) the significance of plants at the global level, and 2) a different significance of plants at the local level.
Paragraph Prompt 2: Identify a research article published within the last 10 years that focuses on the evolution of terrestrial plants. How is your article related to the information you addressed in your first paragraph?