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Microscopes
1.The terms used to name microscope parts can vary from one source to another, but they are very similar. These are the terms that we will use.
2. Go to Microscope Practice to see what you already know.
3. Take the Microscope Practice Quiz.
4. Watch the "How to Use a Microscope" Movie (Go to My Computer/HSScience on dell2602/BiologyIResources).
5. Go to How to Use a Microscope and fill in the blanks.
Cells
See what's happening inside an animal cell and a plant cell.
Photosynthesis
NOTE: You will need a blank sheet of paper for the following questions. You may partner with only one other person while completing this assignment.
1. Visit NOVA: Illuminating Photosynthesis. Throughout the tutorial, answer the following questions:
1.a. What is the equation for photosynthesis?
1.b.How many people could an average sized tree provide oxygen for?
1.c. Can a plant survive without light?
1.d. Can plants grow in the absence of oxygen?
2. Visit NOVA: Capturing Carbon. While viewing the video segment, answer the following questions:
2.a. Leaves take in gas and release ____ gas.
2.b. What shape did the scientists decide to make their artificial leaves?
2.c. What do they plan to do with the CO2 that they capture with their artificial leaves?
DNA
Sub Assignment 2/13/09: DNA Interactive Tutorial
DNA The Double Helix Interactive
Mitosis/Meiosis
Insects
What's Wrong with the Bees? (12:55)
Viruses