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UNIT 1: BIOLOGY: THE STUDY OF LIFE ........................................................................................................... 1
UNIT 2: BIOCHEMISTRY ................................................................................................................................. 2
UNIT 3: CELLS ................................................................................................................................................. 3
UNIT 4: CELL ENERGY ..................................................................................................................................... 4
UNIT 5: CELL DIVISION AND REPRODUCTION ................................................................................................ 5
UNIT 7: GENETICS AND HEREDITY ................................................................................................................. 6
UNIT 8: MICROBIOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY ................................................................................................. 7
UNIT 9: PLANTS ............................................................................................................................................. 8
UNIT 10: ANIMALS AND HUMANS ................................................................................................................. 9
UNIT 11: ECOLOGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................................. 11
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UNIT 1: BIOLOGY: THE STUDY OF LIFE
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Project: Characteristics of Life
You've learned that there are many common characteristics an object must possess in order to be considered alive. In this project, you'll choose those qualities of life and compare them to a given object. According to your evaluation, you'll decide if the object is alive or not.
No an object of your choice
Project: The Scientific Method
The scientific method is a process that many scientists use to prove or disprove natural phenomena. It starts with scientific inquiry or questions that arise from an observation. For this project, observe your natural environment, and come up with a question that you would like to test using the scientific method.
No research resources
Project: Classifying Fruit For this project, you will classify different pieces of fruit by responding to dichotomous questions.
No N/A
*Project: Keying Plants Use your five senses and any of the previously mentioned tools to observe flowers and construct a key.
No N/A
*Project: Keying Animals
Construct a dichotomous key for the animals you choose.
No N/A
*Special Project Use this Special Project template to create your own assignment for this unit.
N/A N/A
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UNIT 2: BIOCHEMISTRY
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Experiment: Static Electricity
In this experiment you will learn about static electricity using balloons
Yes two inflated balloons
piece of material (nylon, wool, or fur)
thread
nylon stocking
string
piece of white paper
Experiment: Water Properties
This experiment you will conduct an experiment that demonstrates some of the key properties of water which include adhesion and cohesion, solubility and capillary action.
No Part 1:
2 small clear plastic cups
2 plastic spoons
vegetable oil
water
salt
Part 2:
penny
two eye droppers
cup of water
small amount of dish detergent
Part 3:
12 oz glass
stalk of celery
red food coloring
water
knife
Experiment: pH Indicators
During this lab you will use the juice from a red cabbage to find the pH of a variety of substances.
No safety goggles
clear plastic or glass cups (or beakers)
red cabbage
sauce pan
strainer
food processor
knife
Baking soda – dissolved in distilled water
any liquid bathroom cleaner
vinegar
lemon juice
milk
soft drink(clear)
distilled water
apple juice
Experiment: Sugar and Starch
In this experiment you will test for sugars and starch in various fruits and vegetables.
Yes powdered starch (use either potato or corn starch)
glucose test strips
beakers or tumblers
iodine (do not use clear nonreactive iodine)
several fruits and vegetables
sugar (Karo syrup)
Distilled Water
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Experiment: Enzyme Action
In this experiment, you will determine whether carrot plants contain the enzyme catalase and analyze the effect of high heat or low pH on the function of the catalase enzyme.
No Carrot puree
3% hydrogen peroxide
5 small clear drinking glasses
Vinegar (acid solution)
3 teaspoons (one for each: water, vinegar, and peroxide)
Paper cup
Labeling tape (masking tape)
Marker
Stove or heat source such as a Bunsen burner or hot plate
Pot
*Special Project Use this Special Project template to create your own assignment for this unit.
N/A N/A
UNIT 3: CELLS
Assignment Summary Video Demo
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Project: Introducing the Microscope
Write a 125 word summary of what you have learned in "Introducing the Microscope"
No N/A
Project: Plant, Animal, and Algae Cells
In this project, you will observe an animal cell—a human cheek cell, a plant cell - Elodea, and two algae cells - Spirogyra and Chlamydomonas. Explore and make drawings of these different cells and identify the different structures of the cells that you observe.
No Compound Light Microscope
Prepared slides of:
o Cheek Cells
o Elodea
o Spirogyra
o Chlamydomonas
Project: Virtual Lab - Osmosis
Analyze how different concentrations of solutes in a solution can affect organism's cells.
V-Lab N/A
Experiment: Osmosis In this experiment you will explore the process of osmosis.
Yes beaker
ring stand
rubber band or string
sucrose (table sugar)
thistle tube
semipermeable membrane (sausage skin)
clamp
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Project: Homeostasis In this project, you'll see how your body adjusts to maintain a steady state when you exercise.
No thermometer
mirror
clock or stopwatch
paper and pen
*Special Project Use this Special Project template to create your own assignment for this unit.
N/A N/A
UNIT 4: CELL ENERGY
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Project: Energy Laws For this project, write about the first two laws of thermodynamics or energy, define each law and provide an example to help explain it using at least 175 words.
No research resources
Experiment: Photosynthesis Reactions
In this experiment, you will make a terrarium in order to grow some green plants and formulate the different processes that are taking place during photosynthesis.
No large glass or Plexiglas container
washed gravel, sand, and/or rock
aquarium charcoal
potting soil
water
a few assorted plants
Project: Respiration in Muscles
In this project, you'll conduct an activity that involves oxygen and the cellular respiration process.
No N/A
Project: Energy Flow in Ecosystems
In this project, you will make a pyramid to help you understand who the producers and consumers are.
No research resources
*Special Project Use this Special Project template to create your own assignment for this unit.
N/A N/A
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UNIT 5: CELL DIVISION AND REPRODUCTION
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Experiment: Asexual Plant Reproduction
In this lab you will look at a few ways plants can be reproduced asexually.
No research resources
stock plants
small pots
sterile potting soil or medium
rooting compound
pot labels
pruners or knives
Project: Reproduction Research
For this project, you will conduct research and present information on a sexual reproducing organism and an asexual reproducing organism.
No research resources
Project: Fragmentation Planaria have the ability to regenerate and in the following experiment you will see this amazing ability.
Yes a small glass jar or culture jar
a razor blade, scalpel, or very sharp knife
a dissection microscope or a good hand lens
eight or ten individual Planaria (flatworms)
a small piece of fresh liver (about 2 cm) placed on a side of the jar in fresh water (depth of water should equal the height of the liver)
blunt-ended tweezers or forceps
Project: Stages of Mitosis
For this project, you will identify these stages in both a plant and animal cell, and briefly describe what occurs in each stage.
Yes microscope
prepared slide of onion root stained to show chromosomes
prepared slide of roundworm or white fish blastula stained to show chromosomes
Project: Stem Cell Research
Write one or two paragraphs of 300 words to answer your questions about stem cell research.
No research resources
*Special Project Use this Special Project template to create your own assignment for this unit.
N/A N/A
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UNIT 7: GENETICS AND HEREDITY
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Project: Building DNA For this project, you will build a DNA molecule by placing its basic parts together like pieces of a puzzle.
No N/A
Project: Karyotypes For this project, you will create and analyze a karyotype.
N/A
*Experiment: Molecular Genetics
In this project, you will complete the investigation to determine to what extent the genotype and environment influence the phenotype.
No 60 radish seeds
2 Petri dishes or flat covered containers
sand-peat mixture
medicine dropper
box to cover 1 Petri dish
Project: Punnett Squares
For this project, you'll predict the genotypes and phenotypes of a fictional family.
No N/A
Project: Testing Probability
In this project, you will experiment with probabilities.
No 2 coins
cardboard shoebox
Project: Natural Selection
You have learned that natural selection is a mechanism of evolution. Organisms well adapted to their environment are naturally selected to survive and reproduce more often than organisms poorly adapted. In this project, you will simulate natural selection.
No construction paper in four different colors
scissors
blanket with a colorful pattern (a sheet or comforter will also work)
plastic cup
plain paper
pencil or pen
Project: Morphology In this project, you will compare the forelimbs of seven different animals.
No N/A
*Special Project Use this Special Project template to create your own assignment for this unit.
N/A N/A
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UNIT 8: MICROBIOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY
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Project: Pathogens—Bacteria or Virus?
For this project, let's see if you are aware of the many differences between bacteria and viruses.
No N/A
Project: Protozoan Cultures
For this project, you will try to find the following protozoan cultures: amoeba, paramecium, and euglena.
Yes pond water (water from ditches and lakes may be suitable; water with green scum or algae is best)
microscope
dropper
slide
slide cover
cotton ball
Project: Algae Cultures The first section of this project allows you to collect your own algae cultures and view them under a microscope. In the second section, you will view already prepared slides of algae. In conducting both sections of this project, you will have the opportunity to see the diversity of algae specimens.
No 6-8 jars—pint or quart size (Use jars that can be thrown away upon completion of the exercise.)
2 small plastic bags for collecting bark with algae
a dipper tied to a long pole (very useful in collecting from ponds and lakes)
3-4 slides—at least 2 plain slides and 1 depression slide (You can also use a plain slide and make a well or depression with petroleum jelly.)
3-4 cover slips
collected cultures
an eye dropper for adding water
microscope
paper and pencil
Project: Fungi Cultures In this project, you will examine some fungi and make a collection of fungi consisting of molds, mildew, and yeast.
Yes molds on jelly, fruits, and bread*
baker's yeast
sugar
Roquefort cheese (blue cheese)—keep refrigerated**
Camembert cheese—keep refrigerated**
plastic disposable tumbler
stirring spoon
needle
pair of tweezers
two clean microscopic slides
hand lens or strong magnifying glass
microscope
two cover slips
a yeast stain: methylene blue safranine, or similar stain
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Project: Plant and Animal Research
For this project, you will choose one plant and one animal to research and discuss in detail.
No research resources
*Special Project Use this Special Project template to create your own assignment for this unit.
N/A N/A
UNIT 9: PLANTS
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Experiment: Stem Transport
For this experiment, you will observe the xylem and phloem at work in a stalk of celery.
No celery stalk with leaves
food coloring (red or blue)
dropper
microscope
microscope slide
water
tall jar or glass
sharp knife
metric ruler
Experiment: Flower Dissection
In this experiment, you will observe these parts and review the reproduction process in angiosperms.
No magnifying glass or hand lens
toothpick
black paper or very dark material
fresh flower
knife
*Experiment: Seed Dissection
In this experiment, you will observe a plant embryo inside a seed.
No magnifying glass or hand lens
lima beans or corn seeds
knife
jar of water
*Experiment: Cones In this experiment, you will examine male and female pine cones.
No male pine cone
female pine cone
Experiment: Plant Growth
Sometimes, a new plant can be grown from the living tissue of another plant. Special plant regulators help grow roots, stems, leaves, and buds. This investigation will take about two weeks.
No water
stem cutting of growing plant
tall baby food jar
Project: Plant Usage For this project, you will identify various uses of plants in your home.
No N/A
*Special Project Use this Special Project template to create your own assignment for this unit.
N/A N/A
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UNIT 10: ANIMALS AND HUMANS
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Experiment: Animal Cells and Tissues
In this section of your experiment, you'll review slides of specialized animal cells and discuss their function(s). Next, review some animal cells on your own.
Yes microscope
prepared slides of erythrocytes, leukocytes, muscle cells, and nerve cells
Project: Animal Organ Systems
For this project, you will choose just one vertebrate animal and research one of its organ systems on your own.
No research resources
*Experiment: Heart Rate
Do not do this experiment if you have a heart condition or other medical problem.
In this experiment you will speculate on some of the reasons for any differences in heart rates.
No a friend to measure their heart rate
Experiment: Mealworm In this project, you will observe an insect life cycle.
No baby-food jar with lid
bran flakes or oatmeal
potato
magnifying glass
mealworm
knife
*Project: Animal Study For this project, you will choose a type of mammal or insect and write a report about it.
No research resources
Project: Nervous and Endocrine Disorders
Choose one:
Research a nervous system disorder and design a brochure about the disorder and one medication or treatment method used to help those that have the disorder.
Research an endocrine disorder and write an 800 word report on the disorder, including what its symptoms are, who it can affect most, and what other issues it can cause.
No research resources
Supplies depend on project selected by the student.
Project: Virtual Lab - Frog Dissection Musculoskeletal
In a brief essay discuss how frogs utilize these muscles in order to swim, jump, and do other frog things efficiently.
V-Lab N/A
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Project: Digestive, Circulatory and Respiratory Disorders
Choose one:
Research a digestive disorder and create a power point presentation on the disorder and its symptoms, along with who it can affect most, and what other issues it can cause.
Research a circulatory disorder and design a pamphlet or brochure about the disorder and one medication or treatment method used to help those that have the disorder.
Research a respiratory disorder and create an infomercial on your disease.
No research resources
Supplies depend on project selected by the student.
Experiment: Digesting Fats
In this experiment, you will use soap to break up oil.
No two test tubes with stoppers or two tall thin bottles (vials) with lids
twenty drops of cooking oil
four drops of liquid soap
water
Experiment: Carbon Dioxide
In this experiment, you will test for carbon dioxide and watch what happens when you exhale carbon dioxide into limewater.
No clear limewater
two soda straws
hand air pump
two small jars (preferably baby food jars)
*Project: Animal Study For this project, you will choose a type of mammal or insect and write a report about it.
No research resources
Project: Muscle, Skeletal, and Reproductive Disorders
Choose one:
Research a muscular disorder and design a pamphlet or brochure about the disorder and one medication or treatment method used to help those that have the disorder.
Research a skeletal disorder and create a power point presentation on what the disorder is, what its symptoms are, who it can affect most, and what other issues it can cause.
Research a reproductive disorders and write an 800 word report on the disorder, including what its symptoms are, who it can affect most, and what other issues it can cause.
No research resources
Supplies depend on project selected by the student.
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Project: Immunity and Lymphatic Disorders
Choose one:
Research an immune disorders and create an infomercial on your disease.
Research a lymphatic disorder and write a report on what the disorder is, what its symptoms are, who it can affect most, and what other issues it can cause.
No research resources
Supplies depend on project selected by the student.
Project: Virtual Lab - Frog Dissection Internal Organ
Explain in a brief essay how the cardiovascular system and respiratory system work with each other based on your experience and observations from this virtual lab.
V-Lab N/A
*Special Project Use this Special Project template to create your own assignment for this unit.
N/A N/A
UNIT 11: ECOLOGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT
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Project: Symbiosis Choose a symbiotic relationship to research and write a 300 word report that includes the benefits of the relationship for either member, the harm done by the relationship and how this relationship has evolved.
No research resources
Project: Food Webs In this project, you will construct a food web.
No poster board
colored pencils or markers
research resources
*Project: Habitats For this project, you will create a habitat for organism(s).
No gallon jar (or other large, glass container)
materials of your choice to set up your habitat:
freshwater aquarium
woodland terrarium
marine aquarium
desert terrarium
aqua-terrarium
Project: Local Ecosystems
For this project, you will examine and explore a local ecosystem.
No outdoor area like a field or garden
string
magnifying glass
thermometer
popsicle sticks
paper
small gardening tools
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*Project: Biomes Complete the chart by determining the type of habitat, other plants and animals of that habitat, and the biome of the four organisms listed.
No research resources
Project: Virtual Lab - Biome: Deciduous Forest
Discuss how temperature and amount of precipitation can affect the type of plants and animals found in the deciduous biome.
V-Lab N/A
Project: Virtual Lab - Biome: Tundra
Discuss how temperature and amount of precipitation can affect the type of plants and animals found in the tundra biome.
V-Lab N/A
Experiment: Biodegradability
For this experiment, you will determine the biodegradability of different materials.
No shovel or trowel
compost bin (can be purchased from a local garden or hardware store)
dirt
twigs and branches
grass clippings or leaves
food garbage (such as banana peels and apple cores)
plastic cup
newspaper
aluminum foil
tissues
paper towels
tin can
*Project: Stewardship Write a three-paragraph essay totaling 500 words about how stewardship applies to the environment.
No dictionary
Project: Virtual Lab - Biome: Rainforest
Discuss how temperature and amount of precipitation can affect the type of plants and animals found in the rainforest biome.
V-Lab N/A
Project: Ethics in Biotechnology
For this project, you will write a persuasive essay about an ethical question in biotechnology.
No research resources
*Special Project Use this Special Project template to create your own assignment for this unit.
N/A N/A
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