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    Social Studies
    Ms. Eny Gomez
    Introduction

    In the annals of scientific history, few figures


    loom as large or cast as long a shadow as
    Charles Darwin. Born into a world of
    burgeoning scientific inquiry and societal
    upheaval, Darwin would emerge as a titan of
    intellect, forever altering humanity’s
    understanding of life, its origins, and its
    intricate tapestry of diversity.
    Darwins early years

    Charles Darwin, renowned for his groundbreaking


    work on evolution, had a fascinating early life. He
    was born on February 12, 1809, in Shrewsbury,
    Shropshire, England. Darwin was the fifth of six
    children in a wealthy and prominent family. His
    father, Robert Darwin, was a successful doctor, and
    his grandfather, Erasmus Darwin, was a well-known
    physician, natural philosopher, and poet.
    Charles Darwin Education
    Despite his interest in nature, Darwin struggled
    academically in his early years. He attended several
    schools as a child, but none of them provided the kind of
    education that suited his inquisitive mind.

    In 1825, Darwin enrolled at the University of Edinburgh to


    study medicine, following in his father’s footsteps.
    However, he found the lectures unstimulating and surgery
    repulsive, so he soon lost interest in pursuing a medical
    career.

    In 1827, at the age of 18, Darwin transferred to Christ’s


    College, University of Cambridge, to study theology with
    the intention of becoming a clergyman. Despite his initial
    interest in theology, his passion for natural history
    persisted,.

    It was during his time at Cambridge that Darwin’s scientific


    journey truly began. After graduating from Cambridge in
    1831, Darwin received an opportunity that would shape
    the course of his life and scientific career: he was offered a
    position as a naturalist on the HMS Beagle’s five-year
    voyage around the world.
    HMS BEAGLE
    The HMS Beagle voyage was a pivotal moment in
    the history of science. Darwin’s observations
    during the voyage, particularly those in the
    Galápagos Islands, led him to develop his theory
    of evolution by natural selection, which
    fundamentally changed our understanding of
    the natural world. The Beagle’s journey provided
    Darwin with a wealth of data on geology,
    biology, and anthropology.
    About the expedition

    The boat: The HMS Beagle was a British Royal Navy


    ship, originally designed as a 10-gun brig-sloop. It
    was launched in 1820 and was primarily used for
    hydrographic surveying.
    The crew: The crew of the HMS Beagle consisted of a
    mix of naval officers, sailors, and civilian specialists.
    The route: The Beagle’s route took it to various
    locations, including South America, the Galápagos
    Islands, Australia, and South Africa.
    Discoveries: The discoveries made during the voyage
    of the HMS Beagle were numerous and far-reaching.
    Geological formations
    Fossils
    Cultural encounters
    Biological diversity
    On the origin of species
    Darwin’s most famous work, “On the Origin of
    Species,” published in 1859, In it, he proposed that
    all species of life have descended over time from
    common ancestors, and the process by which this
    occurs is natural selection.

    Darwin had new ideas about where life came from.


    Some people liked his ideas, and some didn't. His
    ideas started big discussions that still happen
    today. But what he wrote helped us understand
    why there are so many different kinds of living
    things. And it changed how we study many
    subjects, like biology, fossils, and how humans
    developed.
    Darwin’s Theory: Natural selection

    Darwin’s theory of natural selection, a cornerstone of


    modern biology, proposes that organisms with traits
    better suited to their environment are more likely to
    survive and reproduce, passing those advantageous
    traits to their descendants. Natural selection operates
    on variation within populations,. Through natural
    selection, species gradually evolve to better fit their
    environment resulting in the diversity of life we see
    today.

    “Imagine a big puzzle with lots of different pieces.


    Each piece represents a trait, like the color of an
    animal’s fur or the shape of its beak. Now, let’s say
    some pieces fit better together than others. In nature,
    animals with traits that help them survive, like being
    able to run fast or having camouflage to hide from
    predators, are more likely to live long enough to have
    babies.

    This is what Charles Darwin called ‘natural selection.’


    It’s like nature’s way of picking the best puzzle pieces
    to keep the puzzle pppgoing. Over time, the puzzle
    pieces that work best together become more common
    in a population, That’s how species change and adapt
    to their surroundings, like birds with different beak
    shapes depending on what they eat.
    Darwins last Days

    As Darwin aged, his health declined, but he


    persisted in his research and writing despite
    symptoms like fatigue and gastrointestinal issues.
    He focused on works like "The Descent of Man" and
    "The Formation of Vegetable Mould through the
    Action of Worms," which solidified his ideas on
    evolution and natural selection. Darwin spent his
    final days at home in England, supported by his
    wife Emma and children. He passed away on April
    19, 1882, at 73. His legacy lives on through his
    theory of evolution, which continues to profoundly
    influence various scientific disciplines.
    Questions Charles Darwin
    1. What was Charles Darwin's birth date?
    A/ February 12, 1809
    2. In which English town was Charles
    Darwin born?
    A/Shrewsburry
    3. What was the profession of Darwin's
    father?
    A/ Doctor
    4. Where did Darwin study medicine
    before transferring to Christ’s College,
    University of Cambridge?
    A/University of Edinburgh
    5. What was the name of the ship on
    which Darwin served as a naturalist
    during his famous voyage?
    A/ HMS Beagle
    6.What was the name of Darwin’s wife?
    A/ Emma
    7. What year was “On the Origin of
    Species” published?
    A/1859
    Questions Charles Darwin

    8. What year was the HMS Beagle


    launched?
    A/1820
    9.Which route took the HMS beagle?
    A/South America, the Galápagos Islands,
    Australia, and South Africa.
    10. When did Charles Darwin pass away,
    and at what age?
    A/April 19, 1882

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