a group of organisms that can reproduce to produce fertile offspring

differences between members of the same species

the external space around an organism that influences it

the choices an individual makes as to how they live their life

related to the genetic material (DNA) and genes that an individual has

Variation within species

Science

Pupils will learn that variation between individuals of the same species means some individuals are better adapted to compete, which can lead to natural selection and cause the heritable characteristics of a species to change (evolve) over generations.

Pupils learned that organisms can be identified and classified into hierarchical groups based upon similarities and differences in their characteristics at the macroscopic and cellular levels.

This unit examines variation within species, both continuous and discontinuous, using measurements and graphical representations. It also emphasises objectivity, accuracy, precision, and repeatability in investigations, the use of appropriate techniques, and the effective presentation of data.

Variation (differences within species)

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

A broken bone is an example of variation caused by …

__________ of the animal’s features are caused by genetic information in its cells.

Dimples in cheeks are an example of variation caused only by …

True or false? There are more differences between organisms of the same species than there are between organisms of different species.

Jun: "A group of organisms living in the same habitat."

Same: "A group of organisms with identical features."

Andeep: "A group of organisms that can produce fertile offspring."

Which student has the correct definition of a species?

caused by external factors like food availability and sunlight

Match the type of variation with its description.

True or false? A tattoo can be inherited.

True or false? Variation can be passed on to offspring if it is only caused by genetics.

They can reproduce to make offspring of any species.

They can only reproduce to make offspring of the same species.

They can only reproduce to make infertile offspring.

Which statement about members of the **same** species is correct?

Which scientific word is used to refer to differences between organisms of the same species?

The environmental conditions the animals live in.

The number of animals living in the habitat.

Which factors will cause variation between animals of the same species?

A baby orangutan only looks like its mother.

A baby orangutan only looks like its father.

A baby orangutan looks like both of its parents.

Which statement about baby orangutans is true?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Variation within species

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.