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SCI123: THIS COURSE DOES NOT REQUIRE A FINAL EXAM
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page. Any additional links will be on this syllabus.
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and size 12 Times New Roman black font. Always save your work. Always type final work unless it is a
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Plagiarism Statement
I understand that I must use research conventions to cite and clearly mark other people's ideas and words within my paper. I
understand that plagiarism is an act of intellectual dishonesty. I understand it is academically unethical and unacceptable to
do any of the following acts of which I will be immediately expelled without refund:
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To submit an essay written in whole or in part by another student as if it were my own.
To download an essay from the internet, then quote or paraphrase from it, in whole or in part, without acknowledging
the original source.
To restate a clever phrase verbatim from another writer without acknowledging the source.
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To reproduce the substance of another writer's argument without acknowledging the source.
To take work originally done for one instructor's assignment and re-submit it to another teacher.
To cheat on tests or quizzes through the use of crib sheets, hidden notes, viewing another student's paper, revealing
the answers on my own paper to another student through verbal or textual communication, sign language, or other
means of storing and communicating information--including electronic devices, recording devices, cellular telephones,
headsets, and portable computers.
To copy another student's work and submit the work as if it were the product of my own labor.
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WELCOME TO BIOLOGY
Course SCI123: Biology: This multimedia laboratory course provides a broad overview of biological systems from
simple to complex life forms through inquiry-based laboratory investigations. This program promotes scientific
thinking through problem solving, a process that encourages curiosity and careful inquiry. Includes video lectures,
interactive simulations and animations.
IOHS BIOLOGY TEXT - PDF
Read, study, and use for assignment application.
ONLINE LECTURES, ANIMATIONS, AND SIMULATIONS – FOLLOW LINKS AND VIEW FULL SCREEN
Video Support: Create an account at Khan Academy for unlimited use of video support. Once you create
your account, click on LEARN from the top left menu, and explore the site based on subject. You do not
have to create an account to use the site.
https://www.khanacademy.org/
Key Info – When doing your LABS
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The scientific method is a way to ask and answer scientific questions by making observations and
doing experiments.
The steps of the scientific method are to:
o Ask a Question
o Do Background Research
o Construct a Hypothesis
o Test Your Hypothesis by Doing an Experiment
o Analyze Your Data and Draw a Conclusion
o Communicate Your Results
It is important for your experiment to be a fair test. A "fair test" occurs when you change only one
factor (variable) and keep all other conditions the same.
WEEK 1
IOHS BIOLOGY TEXT – with your PDF Downloads
Read, study, and use for assignment application.
Explain the use and function of ATP
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Define bacteria and explain how it functions
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Define virus and explain how it functions
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Summarize the process of cellular respiration – what is the purpose of cellular respiration?
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METABOLISM
What role do nutrients play in cell development?
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IOHS BIOLOGY TEXT
INTRODUCTION: THE NATURE OF SCIENCE AND BIOLOGY
LAB I: “Adaptive Traits”
READ TEXTBOOK ATTACHMENT
1.) What is meant by “theory”, “law”, and “hypothesis”?
2.) The purpose of a control in a scientific experiment is to ___. a) provide a basis of comparison between
experimental and non-experimental; b) indicate the dependent variable; c) indicate the independent
variable; d) provide a baseline from which to graph the data.
3.) Which of these theories is not a basis for modern biology? a) evolution; b) creationism; c) cell theory; d) gene
theory.
4.) Mushrooms belong to which of these taxonomic kingdoms? a) Plantae; b) Protista; c) Animalia; d) Fungi; e)
Monera
5.) Which of these is NOT a living organism? a) cactus; b) cat; c) algae; d) virus; e) yeast
6.) The scientist(s) credited with developing the theory of evolution by natural selection were ____. a) James
Watson and Francis Crick; b) Aristotle and Lucretius; c) Charles Darwin and Alfred Wallace; d) Robert Hooke
and Rudolph Virchow; e) James Watson and Charles Darwin
7.) When an organism consists of a single cell, the organism is referred to as ___. a) uninucleate; b) uniport; c)
unisexual; d) unicellular
8.) List the five kingdoms of life that are currently recognized by most scientists; tell generally what kinds of
organisms are classified in each kingdom.
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LAB I
INDEPENDENT LAB: Use your download “Sample Biology Projects” and select a project to complete. Write
a full report with charts using the info in the download – provide responses to all questions and include at
lea 2 photo images of you doing your project. Add the information below.
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Week 2
IOHS BIOLOGY TEXT
CELLS…
CELL STRUCTURE ANIMATION
http://www.learnerstv.com/animation/animation.php?ani=162&cat=biology
The three cells you will be studying in this unit are prokaryote, animal and plant.
1.) What are the primary differences between animal and plant cells?
2.) What is the function of the organelles in these different cells?
3.) Complete the animation and construct each cell as directed until you do so perfectly.
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MITOSIS and MEIOSIS; USE YOUR TEXTBOOK
HELPFUL RESOURCES: These may help you complete your assignment. You may also do additional research.
Animation: Mitosis
http://www.learnerstv.com/animation/animation.php?ani=323&cat=biology
Video lecture: Mitosis
http://www.learnerstv.com/video/Free-video-Lecture-6165-Biology.htm
Video Lecture: Meiosis
http://www.learnerstv.com/video/Free-video-Lecture-6166-Biology.htm
http://www.learnerstv.com/animation/animation.php?ani=164&cat=biology
http://www.learnerstv.com/video/Free-video-Lecture-6164-Biology.htm
1.) What is Mitosis?
2.) Summarize the phases of MITOSIS
3.) What is the function of Meiosis?
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CELLULAR TRANSPORT ANIMATION
1.) What is meant by Cellular Transport?
2.) Why is transport critical
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Mitosis, Meiosis and Sexual Reproduction
Explain IN DETAIL how humans reproduce.
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CELLS: ORIGINS
CELLS II: CELLULAR ORGANIZATION
CELL DIVISION: MEIOSIS AND SEXUAL REPRODUCTION
READ TEXTBOOK ATTACHMENT: CELLS - ORIGINS
GO TO http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/begin/cells/ for interactive cell demonstration
1.) Describe one major scientific idea on the origin of life and the evidence supporting it. What is your
impression of the idea?
2.) List the basic physical and biological requirements for life.
3.) Describe the types of microscopes and the types of information scientists can obtain using each one.
4.) Which of these is not a type of cell? a) bacterium; b) amoeba; c) sperm; d) virus
CELLS II: CELLULAR ORGANIZATION
5.) Give the function and cellular location of the following basic eukaryotic organelles and structures: cell
membrane, nucleus, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi bodies, lysosomes, mitochondria, ribosomes, chloroplasts,
vacuoles, and cell walls.
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WEEK 3: USE YOUR TEXTBOOK
PLANTS
PHOTOSYNTHESIS
Video Lectures
ANIMATIONS
http://www.learnerstv.com/animation/animation.php?ani=179&cat=biology
Watch and take notes: Summarize the basic processes and stages of photosynthesis – use your notes.
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PLANT CELL
Discuss the parts of a plant cell and its function.
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GREGOR MENDAL AND PEA PLANTS
Gregor Mendal and Pea Plants
Summarize the results and conclusions by Gregor Mendal
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LAB II: See the Colors in Leaves
(Project w/ downloads “Sample Projects” or visit link)
http://www.hometrainingtools.com/a/leaf-chromatography-science-project
Complete the LAB. Keep notes and take pictures of yourself as you do the LAB. Share your pictures,
findings and explanation below. Follow the scientific method. You can get leaves from the grocers
(lettuce, cilantro, kale etc), house plants, flowering plants, trees….
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WEEK 4
USE IOHS BIOLOGY TEXTBOOK
INTRODUCTION TO HEREDITY
HELPFUL RESOURCES: These may help you complete your assignment. You may also do additional research.
http://www.learnerstv.com/video/Free-video-Lecture-6170-Biology.htm
http://www.learnerstv.com/animation/animation.php?ani=5&cat=biology
http://www.learnerstv.com/video/Free-video-Lecture-6169-Biology.htm
http://www.learnerstv.com/video/Free-video-Lecture-6171-Biology.htm
Watch and take notes.
1.) What is meant by “heredity”?
2.) How do we inherit physical characteristics from our parents?
3.) For what is the Punnett square used?
4.) Summarize the Hardy-Wienberg Principle
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DETERMINING GENDER VIDEO LECTURE
Summarize how gender is determined in humans?
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IOHS BIOLOGY TEXT
DNA REPLICATION ANIMATION
1.) Define DNA.
2.) What is the function of DNA?
3.) What is the purpose of replication?
4.) Explain the steps in DNA Replication.
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DNA VIDEO LECTURE
What allows DNA to code information?
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IOHS BIOLOGY TEXT - Download
INTRODUCTION TO GENETICS
Human Genetics
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/begin/traits/
1.) Use the link above for a video tour of “Genetics” to improve your understanding,
2.) What happens when there’s an abnormality on a chromosome?
3.) For what is DNA testing used (may do additional research)?
4.) What is the difference between genotype and phenotype?
LAB III
LAB: Complete “Genetic” Activity – A Download.
Complete and copy/paste below
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WEEK 5
ORGANS AND SYSTEMS; USE YOUR TEXTBOOK AND THE HELPFUL LINKS
YOU MAY DO ADDITIONAL RESEARCH
Examine the website below and take notes
http://www.msichicago.org/whats-here/exhibits/body-worlds/resources/body-facts/skeletal/
 Body Facts
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Skeletal
Muscular
Nervous
Circulatory
Immune
Digestive
Respiratory
HEART ANIMATION
VIDEO LECTURE
http://www.learnerstv.com/video/Free-video-Lecture-9378-Biology.htm
ANIMATION
http://www.learnerstv.com/animation/animation.php?ani=321&cat=biology
1.) What is the function of the heart?
2.) What are the anatomical components of the heart?
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THE LUNGS AND THE PULMINARY SYSTEM
Summarize the basic processes and functions of the lungs and pulmonary system.
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METABOLISM; DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
Be detailed and give textual support
1.) Explain the metabolic process for each organ.
2.) How does metabolic activity change during the day?
3.) Discuss the process and functions of the digestive system.
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RED BLOOD CELLS
Summarize the basic function of red blood cells.
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BRAIN FUNCTIONS
Discuss the three components of the brain and its functions
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NERVOUS SYSTEM
Discuss the components and functions of the nervous system
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SKELETAL SYSTEM - REFLEXES
Discuss the processes and purpose of reflexes and the entire skeletal system (muscles)
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URINARY SYSTEM
Discuss the creation of urine, processes and purpose of the urinary system
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CIRCULATORY SYSTEM
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/circulatory-system/MM00636
Watch and take notes: Discuss the processes, functions and purpose of the circulatory system.
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RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
http://www.attano.com/video/2056-Human-respiratory-system
Watch and take notes: Discuss the processes, functions and purpose of the respiratory system.
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ANIMAL ORGAN SYSTEMS AND HOMEOSTASIS
READ TEXTBOOK ATTACHMENT
1.) List the principal organ systems in humans give its task.
2.) List one body system and the types of interactions it has with other body organ systems.
3.) Which of these is not a characteristic of living things? a) reproduction and heredity; b) metabolism; c)
response to stimulus d) all of the are characteristics of life
4.) Control of homeostasis in the body is accomplished by ____. a) Nervous system; b) Circulatory system; c)
Endocrine system; d) both a and c control homeostasis
5.) When we are cold we shiver. This releases heat from which organ system? a) Skeletal system; b) Muscular
system; c) Digestive system; d) Circulatory system
6.) Heat released when we shiver is transported from its source to the rest of the body by which of these organ
systems? a) Skeletal system; b) Muscular system; c) Digestive system; d) Circulatory system
7.) The digestive process consists of three sub-processes. Which of these is not part of the digestive process? a)
mechanical breakdown of food; b) circulation of food in the blood and lymph; c) absorption of food into the
blood or lymph; d) assimilation of the food into cells of the body
8.) Hormones are produced directly by organs and tissues of which of these body systems? a) Endocrine; b)
Circulatory; c) Reproductive; d) Nervous
9.) The removal of organic wastes from the body is accomplished by the ___ system? a) Digestive; b) Excretory;
c) Circulatory; d) Lymphatic
10.) Which of these is part of the central nervous system? a) brain; b) nerve ganglia; c) spinal cord; d) a and b; e) a
and c
11.) The spinal cord is located on which side of the body? a) dorsal; b) ventral; c) abdominal; d) cranial
12.) List the parts of the male reproductive system.
13.) Gametes are produced by which of these cell division processes? a) mitosis; b) binary fission; c)
photosynthesis; d) meiosis
14.) Blood leaves the heart through which of these types of blood vessels? a) capillaries; b) arteries; c) veins; d)
lymphatic vessels
15.) Storage of important ions such as phosphorous and calcium is done by which of these organ systems? a)
Skeletal; b) Muscular; c) Digestive; d) Excretory
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Final LAB
Use your download “Sample Projects” to complete your final lab
Complete a full report, respond to all questions and share below WITH
photographs of you completing your lab
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