This is a two part question, please write two separate essays, one for each part. Part 1: what is punctuated equilibrium and does the presence of fossils that are consistent with punctuated...

This is a two part question, please write two separate essays, one for each part.

Part 1: what is punctuated equilibrium  and does the presence of fossils that are consistent with punctuated equilibrium mean that natural selection does not occur? Explain why or why not.

Part 2: Does natural selection predict a gradualistic mode of evolution or punctuated equilibrium?  Be sure to explain your answer.