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Module 14 Assignment: When Jabberjays Attack!
Read the article titled “D.I.Y. Biology, on the Wings of the Mockingjay” by James Gorman, on page 2 of this link, which will introduce you to the idea of DIY biology. You can also access this article through the New York Times if you have a subscription. After reading it proceed with the activities below. Part 1: Using Read more »
Module 12 Assignment: Dragon Genetics
Begin this assignment by logging into GeniGames from Concord.org. Start with the first castle and breed and sell the dragons with the specified traits. As you watch the simulation you should be able to recognize the genetic processes taking place and identify why each outcome occurs. You must play the simulation enough times to earn Read more »
Module 11 Assignment: How Mutations Work
Read and explore The Outcome of Mutation. Complete the Genetic Mutations Simulation. Play with the DNA Mutation Simulation. Open and complete the DNA Mutations Activity Worksheet.
Module 9 Assignment: Which Has More DNA?
Question: Would a kiwifruit and strawberry that are approximately the same size also have approximately the same amount of DNA? Background: You have learned that DNA is carried on chromosomes. All mammals are diploid; however, not all plants are diploid. The common strawberry is octoploid (8n) and the cultivated kiwi is hexaploid (6n). Research the Read more »
Module 8 Assignment: Mitosis and Meiosis Worksheets
Use the two documents linked below to complete an internet hands-on activity involving mitosis and meiosis. During these activities you will demonstrate your understanding of cell division by identifying and drawing various stages of these events as well as answering questions about each. Download Worksheets You may chose to print these sheets, write your answers Read more »
Module 6 Assignment: Observing Energy Transactions
For this assessment you will conduct two kitchen science experiments that each focus on energy processes in living organisms. You will complete the experiments separately but then discuss how the two processes are related. Part 1: Photosynthesis. Use the Photosynthesis lab procedure to conduct your experiment. Your results (table, graph, photographs) should be compiled as Read more »
Module 5 Assignment: Membranes Alive!
For this assessment you will conduct a kitchen science experiment in which you study the movement of materials into and out of cells. Individual cells are generally too small to see; however, a chicken egg is actually a single cell. Please note that on the whole this lab will take you 3 days to complete. Read more »
Module 4 Assignment: Cell Builder
Create a model of a eukaryotic cell using any material of your choice. In your model be sure to include all the organelles appropriate to your cell (either plant or animal). Once complete, take multiple photographs of your model from all angles. Include these images in a document that also contains the following in table Read more »
Module 3 Assignment: Nutritionist for a Day
You have been hired as a high school nutritionist and your first big task is to carry out a “Healthy Lifestyles” nutrition campaign. You want the students you work with to understand the relationship between the four categories of biological macromolecules and the food they eat. Prepare a brochure or flyer that clearly and accurately Read more »
Module 2 Assignment: Interacting with Attributes of Molecules
Learning Objectives: Categorize molecules according to their functional group Identify the attributes of molecules with hydroxyl groups Identify the attributes of molecules with carboxyl groups Identify the attributes of molecules with amino groups Identify the attributes of molecules with phosphate groups Identify the attributes of molecules with methyl groups Identify the attributes of molecules with Read more »
