Your homework this weekend is to make flash cards for all of the following words. Look up the words in your text book or in your notes.
Section 1.2
1. species
2. domain
3. eukarya (domain)
4. unicellular organism
5. multicellular organism
Section 1.3
6. biological system
7. producers
8. consumers
9. homeostasis
Section 2.1
10. observation
11. data
12. inference
13. hypothesis
14. variable
15. controlled experiment
In your notes:
16. independent variable
17. dependent variable
18. qualitative observations/data
19. quantitative observations/data
20-25. Make one flash card for each of the following conversions:
1 Liter = 1000 milliliters
1 meter = 100 centimeters
1 meter = 1000 millimeters
1 millimeter = 10 centimeters
1 gram = 1000 milligrams
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Metrics and Rip-o-Meters
Objective: Review metric conversions & design and carry out an experiment.How do you test the strength of a leaf?
Do dead leaves always rip more easily than living leaves?
Does how you try to rip the leaf matter?
How many leaves should you test?
Today E block answered the Rip-o-Meter prelab questions and was able to conduct their experiments and collect leaves. F Block only had a chance to answer the prelab questions. Tomorrow E block will collect leaves and conduct their experiments.Homework: none. enjoy the night off :)
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Mix and Match Mass
Objective:
1. Review basic metric measurements
2. Practice using a triple beam balance.
Today students completed the "Mix and Match Mass" Activity. The purpose this activity is to practice using a triple beam balance and making predictions about the mass of various objects.
Homework: Complete the units and measurements homework.
1. Review basic metric measurements
2. Practice using a triple beam balance.
Today students completed the "Mix and Match Mass" Activity. The purpose this activity is to practice using a triple beam balance and making predictions about the mass of various objects.
Homework: Complete the units and measurements homework.
Monday, September 24, 2007
Experimental Design & Controls and Variables
Objective: To improve your understanding of designing an experiment and identifying controls and variables.
The Plan:
1. Write in objective (3 minutes)
2. Review Homework (10 minutes)
3. Parts of an experimental design (15 minutes)
4. Practice identifying variables in the design (12 minutes)
5. Explain homework (5 minutes)
Homework: Complete the Simpson's controls and variables problem set.
The Plan:
1. Write in objective (3 minutes)
2. Review Homework (10 minutes)
3. Parts of an experimental design (15 minutes)
4. Practice identifying variables in the design (12 minutes)
5. Explain homework (5 minutes)
Homework: Complete the Simpson's controls and variables problem set.
Friday, September 21, 2007
What makes your Rice Krispies pop?
Objective: design and carry out a scientific experiment
Any liquid with any viscosity will create the "snap, crackle, pop"
Jello or jam might be too heavy to hear the sound
Size effects how they pop
Shape effects how they pop
How stale they are
If there's a sugar coating, when the liquid dissolves it, the bubbles pop
Will a single Rice Krispie make a sound?
Different kinds of liquids will make different sounds (what happens if you use pond water)?
Apple Cider Vinegar
Skim Milk
Sugar
Water
Water and Vinegar
Milk and Water
Milk, Water and Vinegar
Turns out the reason why Rice Krispies pop is... watch the video and find out!
Homework: E block: read section 2.3 and answer questions 7-14
F block: write a hypothesis using "if...then..." and design a detailed experiment
Click the link above for a news story and video
Air bubblesHere are some of your guesses as to why Rice Krispies pop
Any liquid with any viscosity will create the "snap, crackle, pop"
Jello or jam might be too heavy to hear the sound
Size effects how they pop
Shape effects how they pop
How stale they are
If there's a sugar coating, when the liquid dissolves it, the bubbles pop
Will a single Rice Krispie make a sound?
Different kinds of liquids will make different sounds (what happens if you use pond water)?
Here's what you used to make them pop
Apple Cider Vinegar
Skim Milk
Sugar
Water
Water and Vinegar
Milk and Water
Milk, Water and Vinegar
Turns out the reason why Rice Krispies pop is... watch the video and find out!
Homework: E block: read section 2.3 and answer questions 7-14
F block: write a hypothesis using "if...then..." and design a detailed experiment
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Science News
Objective: 1. To present a scientific article to your peers.
2. To learn about at least three scientific research findings.
Did you know...
...that a gene can actually limit the effectiveness of medicines that help people quit smoking?
...that bacteria can successfully treat cancer?
...crops can be genetically engineered to grow in poisonous soil?
Working in small groups. students shared their articles and had a discussion. After the small group work, we talked as a class about what people learned.
Homework: Read AND take notes on sections 2.1 and 2.2.
2. To learn about at least three scientific research findings.
Did you know...
...that a gene can actually limit the effectiveness of medicines that help people quit smoking?
...that bacteria can successfully treat cancer?
...crops can be genetically engineered to grow in poisonous soil?
Working in small groups. students shared their articles and had a discussion. After the small group work, we talked as a class about what people learned.
Homework: Read AND take notes on sections 2.1 and 2.2.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Chapter 1 Quiz
Today students took an open notes quiz on Chapter 1. What's the deal with open notes quizzes? Well, your notes are only helpful if you can use them.Homework: One of the major themes in Biology is "Biology and Society." For Thursday Sept. 20th (the next time class meets) bring in an article about current scientific research. Read the article, answer the questions on the handout and be prepared to share your article with the class.
If nobody else in the class has the same article as you, you will get extra credit.
Not sure where to look for articles or what qualifies are "good science research?"
Below is a list of websites that will have articles for you to choose from.
Research and News on the Earth and Climate
Research and News on Health and Medicine
Research and News on Plants and Animals
Research and News on Fossils and Ruins
Still not sure? Click here for a list of topics. Click on any of the words in blue to be taken to a page of articles on that topic alone!
Monday, September 17, 2007
5 Themes (cont.)
Objective: Be able to identify the remaining 5 themes in biology and give an example for each.
Homework: Study for the open notes quiz tomorrow on the following material:
sections 1.2 and 1.3, as well as microscope skills. Just because it is open notes, doesn't mean you shouldn't at least look over your notes ahead of time.
Homework: Study for the open notes quiz tomorrow on the following material:
sections 1.2 and 1.3, as well as microscope skills. Just because it is open notes, doesn't mean you shouldn't at least look over your notes ahead of time.
Friday, September 14, 2007
5 Themes in Biology
Objective: Be able to identify, explain and give an example of 5 of the ten themes in biology.
What we did:
E block completed a jig-saw activity and working with a partner, gave a mini-presentation on one of the following themes: form and function, energy and life, reproduction, cellular basis of life, interaction with the environment or biological systems.
F Long Block: After a 20 minute discussion on the five themes listed above, we set off on a walk towards the lower pond to see how many of the themes we could see in action. Armed with clipboards and magnifying glasses, we observed how an oyster mushroom on a tree is an example of an interaction with the environment and how a monarch butterfly has other species that imitate it for protection (an example of adaptation).
Homework: Read section 1.3 and complete the short answer essay questions on page 20. You must write 3-4 sentences for each questions and use complete sentences.
Heads Up: You have a quiz on Tuesday on sections 1.2, 1.3 and use of a microscope.
What we did:
E block completed a jig-saw activity and working with a partner, gave a mini-presentation on one of the following themes: form and function, energy and life, reproduction, cellular basis of life, interaction with the environment or biological systems.
F Long Block: After a 20 minute discussion on the five themes listed above, we set off on a walk towards the lower pond to see how many of the themes we could see in action. Armed with clipboards and magnifying glasses, we observed how an oyster mushroom on a tree is an example of an interaction with the environment and how a monarch butterfly has other species that imitate it for protection (an example of adaptation).
Homework: Read section 1.3 and complete the short answer essay questions on page 20. You must write 3-4 sentences for each questions and use complete sentences.
Heads Up: You have a quiz on Tuesday on sections 1.2, 1.3 and use of a microscope.
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Lab 1: Exploring Kingdoms with Microscopes
Objective: To learn microscope skills and examine the differences between various kingdoms and domains.
By the end of today you should be able to...
1. Successfully focus a slide using low (scanning) power, medium power and high power.
2. Differentiate between single celled organisms and multicelled organisms.
3. Make observations using a microscope and draw these observations.
4. Classify organisms based on relative size.
Homework: Complete parts 1 AND 2 of the analysis questions.
By the end of today you should be able to...
1. Successfully focus a slide using low (scanning) power, medium power and high power.
2. Differentiate between single celled organisms and multicelled organisms.
3. Make observations using a microscope and draw these observations.
4. Classify organisms based on relative size.
Homework: Complete parts 1 AND 2 of the analysis questions.
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Lab Contract
Read the lab safety contract below and use the "post a comment" link to sign your name. Remember to only use your FIRST NAME and LAST INITIAL.
Lab Safety Contract
PREPARE FOR LABORATORY WORK· Study laboratory procedures prior to class.· Never perform unauthorized experiments.· Keep your lab bench organized and free of apparel, books, and other clutter.· Know how to use the safety shower, eye wash, fire blanket and first aid kit.
DRESS FOR LABORATORY WORK· Tie back long hair.· Do not wear loose sleeves as they tend to get in the way.· Wear shoes with tops.· Wear lab coats during all laboratory sessions.· Wear safety goggles during all laboratory sessions.· Wear gloves when using chemicals that irritate or can be absorbed through skin.
AVOID CONTACT WITH CHEMICALS· Never taste or "sniff" chemicals.· Never draw materials in a pipette with your mouth.· When heating substances in a test tube, point the mouth away from people.· Never carry dangerous chemicals or hot equipment near other people.
AVOID HAZARDS· Keep combustibles away from open flames.· Use caution when handling hot glassware. · When diluting acid, always add acid slowly to water. Never add water to acid.· Use glycerin and twist slowly at the base when inserting glass tubing through stoppers.· Turn off burners when not in use.· Do not bend or cut glass unless appropriately instructed by teacher.· Keep caps on reagent bottles. Never switch caps.
CLEAN UP· Consult teacher for proper disposal of chemicals.· Wash hands thoroughly following experiments.· Leave laboratory bench clean and neat.
IN CASE OF ACCIDENT· Report all accidents and spills immediately.· Place broken glass in designated containers.· Wash all acids and bases from your skin immediately with plenty of running water.· If chemicals get in your eyes, wash them for at least 15 minutes with an eyewash.
By signing my name (first name, last initial only) I acknowledge that I have read the information above and agree to: (a) Follow the teachers instructions, (b) protect my eyes, face, hands and body during laboratory, (c) conduct myself in a responsible manner at all times in the laboratory, and (d) abide by all of the safety regulations specified above. If I am in violation of this contract I will accept responsibility for my actions.
Lab Safety Contract
PREPARE FOR LABORATORY WORK· Study laboratory procedures prior to class.· Never perform unauthorized experiments.· Keep your lab bench organized and free of apparel, books, and other clutter.· Know how to use the safety shower, eye wash, fire blanket and first aid kit.
DRESS FOR LABORATORY WORK· Tie back long hair.· Do not wear loose sleeves as they tend to get in the way.· Wear shoes with tops.· Wear lab coats during all laboratory sessions.· Wear safety goggles during all laboratory sessions.· Wear gloves when using chemicals that irritate or can be absorbed through skin.
AVOID CONTACT WITH CHEMICALS· Never taste or "sniff" chemicals.· Never draw materials in a pipette with your mouth.· When heating substances in a test tube, point the mouth away from people.· Never carry dangerous chemicals or hot equipment near other people.
AVOID HAZARDS· Keep combustibles away from open flames.· Use caution when handling hot glassware. · When diluting acid, always add acid slowly to water. Never add water to acid.· Use glycerin and twist slowly at the base when inserting glass tubing through stoppers.· Turn off burners when not in use.· Do not bend or cut glass unless appropriately instructed by teacher.· Keep caps on reagent bottles. Never switch caps.
CLEAN UP· Consult teacher for proper disposal of chemicals.· Wash hands thoroughly following experiments.· Leave laboratory bench clean and neat.
IN CASE OF ACCIDENT· Report all accidents and spills immediately.· Place broken glass in designated containers.· Wash all acids and bases from your skin immediately with plenty of running water.· If chemicals get in your eyes, wash them for at least 15 minutes with an eyewash.
By signing my name (first name, last initial only) I acknowledge that I have read the information above and agree to: (a) Follow the teachers instructions, (b) protect my eyes, face, hands and body during laboratory, (c) conduct myself in a responsible manner at all times in the laboratory, and (d) abide by all of the safety regulations specified above. If I am in violation of this contract I will accept responsibility for my actions.
Organization in Biology
Objectives: Identify major organizational levels in Biology, explain basic ways biologists classify organisms, use the term species in discussing life's diversity.
Today students presented their syllabi posters and we explored biological classification in sections 1.1 and 1.2.
Homework: Sign the lab contract (in the post above) and complete the pre-lab reading and questions. No prelab = no lab = a zero.
Today students presented their syllabi posters and we explored biological classification in sections 1.1 and 1.2.
Homework: Sign the lab contract (in the post above) and complete the pre-lab reading and questions. No prelab = no lab = a zero.
Monday, September 10, 2007
F Block : Biology Is..
Literally translated from Latin, biology is the "study of life." But what does that mean? We have less than 9 months to "study life," so what are we going to learn? What are the basics in biology?
Post a comment and list at least 5 things you think you will learn about this year.
This must be completed before 8am.
How to post a comment:
1. Click on the word "comments" in the light blue box right below this post.
2. If a Security box pops up, just click "yes."
3. Type your comment in the box titled "Leave Your Comment."
4. Sign your comment with your first name and last initial only.
5. Choose the identity "anonymous."
6. Click the orange "publish your comment" box.
REMEMBER: Your syllabi poster is due in class tomorrow and you MUST bring your notebook to class.
Post a comment and list at least 5 things you think you will learn about this year.
This must be completed before 8am.
How to post a comment:
1. Click on the word "comments" in the light blue box right below this post.
2. If a Security box pops up, just click "yes."
3. Type your comment in the box titled "Leave Your Comment."
4. Sign your comment with your first name and last initial only.
5. Choose the identity "anonymous."
6. Click the orange "publish your comment" box.
REMEMBER: Your syllabi poster is due in class tomorrow and you MUST bring your notebook to class.
E Block: Biology Is..
Literally translated from Latin, biology is the "study of life." But what does that mean? We have less than 9 months to "study life," so what are we going to learn? What are the basics in biology?
Post a comment and list at least 5 things you think you will learn about this year.
This must be completed before 8am.
How to post a comment:
1. Click on the word "comments" in the light blue box right below this post.
2. If a Security box pops up, just click "yes."
3. Type your comment in the box titled "Leave Your Comment."
4. Sign your comment with your first name and last initial only.
5. Choose the identity "anonymous."
6. Click the orange "publish your comment" box.
REMEMBER: Your syllabi poster is due in class tomorrow and you MUST bring your notebook to class.
Post a comment and list at least 5 things you think you will learn about this year.
This must be completed before 8am.
How to post a comment:
1. Click on the word "comments" in the light blue box right below this post.
2. If a Security box pops up, just click "yes."
3. Type your comment in the box titled "Leave Your Comment."
4. Sign your comment with your first name and last initial only.
5. Choose the identity "anonymous."
6. Click the orange "publish your comment" box.
REMEMBER: Your syllabi poster is due in class tomorrow and you MUST bring your notebook to class.
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