Biology learners read about selective breeding in chickens and how it has produced high-yield meat specimens and rapid egg-layers. The unpleasant effects of artificial selection are explored, as well as options to supporting this practice. Selective breeding methods for cows and pigs are also mentioned.

Concepts

selective breeding, reproduction, artificial selection, the humane treatment of animals

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Additional Tags

selective breeding, artificial selection, free range, humane treatment of animals, Agriculture, science

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Pros

• Raises awareness of today's farming methods
• Includes an assignment to help process the information

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.6-8.1 RST.6-8.2 RST.6-8.4 RST.6-8.5 RST.6-8.6 RST.6-8.8 RST.6-8.10