Topic Links
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 Assignment (Friday (1/16/09)
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. Begin by watching "Photosynthesis Movie 1" (Go to My Computer/HSScience on dell2602/BiologyIResources). While watching the video answer the following questions:
1.a. Through the process of photosynthesis, water and CO2 are converted into ____ and ____.
1.b. Flattened sacs called _____ contain chlorophyll.
1.c. The electron transport chain helps turn ADP into _____.
1.d. The Calvin Cycle does not require ____.
2. Next, visit NOVA: Illuminating Photosynthesis. Throughout the tutorial, answer the following questions:
2.a. What is the equation for photosynthesis?
2.b.How many people could an average sized tree provide oxygen for?
2.c. Can a plant survive without light?
2.d. Can plants grow in the absence of oxygen?
3. Visit NOVA: Capturing Carbon. While viewing the video segment, answer the following questions:
3.a. Leaves take in gas and release ____ gas.
3.b. What shape did the scientists decide to make their artificial leaves?
3.c. What do they plan to do with the CO2 that they capture with their artificial leaves?
4. Visit Science Daily. Find an article that relates to plants and photosynthesis. Then:
4.a. Write the title of the summary and when it was published.
4.b. Write a one paragraph summary of the article.
4.c. Explain how this information found in your article is important to mankind.
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