■Global Gallery

3 F	ComPaSS
	Animals of the Earth
2 F	Investigation Technology for the Earth
	Progress in Science and Technology
1 F	Navigators on History of Earth
	Biodiversity
B 1 F	Evolution of Life
B 2 F	Evolution of Life
B 3 F	Exploring the Structure of Nature

■Japan Gallery

3 F -S	Nature of the Japanese Islands
3 F -N	History of the Japanese Islands
2 F -S	Organisms of the Japanese Islands
2 F -N	Japanese People and Nature
1 F -S	Techniques in Observing Nature

－From the Earth's Origin through Human Existence－

Since their beginnings some four billion years ago, life forms have become increasingly diverse due to the ongoing process of environmental adaptation. Evolution involves an endless cycle of emergence and extinction of different species. Human beings, part of the mammal group which flourished following the demise of the dinosaurs, have acquired highly developed adaptive capabilities, thanks to superior dexterity and powers of reasoning. This adaptive capacity has enabled humans to extend their reach to all corners of the Earth. In this exhibit, you can trace the evolutionary path and learn how plants and animals have adapted to the changing environment.