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BODY SYSTEMS UNIT
AP BIOLOGY
Chapters 32-42
You will be completing a 100 point project to uncover details of one organ system. You will be expected to prepare
a brochure (or similar outcome), powerpoint, and assessment piece.
Groups
**You are to choose a group of 3-4 members.
**Each group, regardless of size, will have the same requirements and same time period for completion.
Classroom research = March 15, 19-23, April 2.
DUE DATE = April 26
Presentations April 27 and 30
There are no exceptions to all materials being due and presentations taking place at this time.
Test/Quiz = May 4
Content
**You are not limited to discuss the information mentioned here, it is a guide.
**Every detail is not mentioned below. Below are main categories for which you should research.
**Focus should be placed on:
Function of the system
Major parts and their functions
Pathways in the body
Connection to other systems
**Pictures (in the brochure, pamphlet, or booklet) must have captions and be cited.
Resources
**Work must be cited or it will be considered plagiarized. Work must be in your own words. There will be no
quotes in this project.
**Respectable sources should be used: Wikipedia, and similar sources are not to be used. You may use your text,
but research beyond that.
**Use at least 4 different sources (your book may be one of the 4).
The Product
**Powerpoint Presentation
**Brochure, Pamphlet, Booklet (last page will be works cited)…due at the time of your presentation. You must
clear your idea with Mrs. Brooks prior to starting the visual piece.
**Assessment: handout that includes one essay question, one fill in paragraph, 10 higher level multiple choice
questions.
**Assessment Answer Key
Email Mrs. Brooks the following: (by 5pm April 26th). If you do not have this emailed by the time indicated you
will lose 20% automatically. Plan accordingly so you do not have an issue.
Grading
You will be graded on work ethic in class (appropriate use of time), content accuracy and completion, organization
and aesthetics of the overall project, and creativity.
1. Powerpoint
2. Assessment
3. Visual
THE ORGAN SYSTEMS
Digestive System - Chapter 34
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Major function of the system
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Diagram that includes the major parts – mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, liver,
pancreas, and large intestine
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Function of each of the major parts
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Describe the path food travels throughout the digestive system (from mouth to anus)
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Explain the function of the digestive enzymes: amylase, protease, and lipase when discussing how
each group of macromolecules is broken down by the small intestine.
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Explain how this system works with other systems in the body…2 examples.
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Discuss 2 common diseases: ulcers, appendicitis, indigestion
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4 interesting facts about the system
Circulatory System - Chapter 32
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Major function of the system
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Diagram that includes the major parts – heart, artery, vein, capillary
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Function of each of the major parts
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Describe each of the components of blood – red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, plasma
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Describe the path blood travels through the body
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Describe how the heart beats
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Discuss what is meant by blood pressure
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Explain how this system works with other systems in the body…2 examples.
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Discuss 2 common diseases: hypertension and atherosclerosis
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4 interesting facts about the system
Respiratory System - Chapter 35
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Major function of the system
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Diagram that includes the major parts – trachea, lungs, diaphragm, epiglottis, larynx, vocal cords
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Function of each of the major parts
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Describe the “breathing” process (include ribs and diaphragm in the explanation).
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Explain how breathing rate is controlled.
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Describe what happens between the alveoli and capillaries
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Compare mammalian breathing to amphibians and birds
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Explain how this system works with other systems in the body…2 examples.
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Discuss 2 common diseases: smoking and lung cancer, asthma, emphysema
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4 interesting facts about the system
Immune System - Chapter 33
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Major function of the system
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Diagram that includes the major parts – thymus, white blood cells, antibodies, epidermis, cilia,
mucus, and saliva
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Function of each of the major parts
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Explain how vaccinations work and given 3 examples of diseases prevented by vaccination
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Explain the 3 “lines of defense” and components associated with them
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Discuss lymphocytes (B and T cells) and their functions in immunity
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Discuss humoral and cell mediated immune responses
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Explain how this system works with other systems in the body…2 examples.
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4 interesting facts about the system
Excretory System - Chapter 36
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Major function of the system
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Diagram that includes the major parts – lungs, kidneys, urinary bladder, ureter, urethra, liver,
and skin
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Function of each of the major parts
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Explain how the nephron functions
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Describe how antidiuretic hormone (ADH) regulates water balance.
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Explain how this system works with other systems in the body…2 examples.
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Discuss 2 common diseases: urinary tract infections and kidney stones
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4 interesting facts about the system
Endocrine System - Chapter 40
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Major function of the system
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Diagram that includes the major parts – hypothalamus, pituitary, thymus, thyroid, parathyroid,
adrenals, pancreas, ovaries, and testes
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Function of each of the major parts
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Discuss major hormones and their functions
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Discuss 4 endocrine glands: the hormones secreted and actions of the hormones. One of the 4
must be the pituitary gland.
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Explain how this system works with other systems in the body…2 examples.
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Discuss 2 common diseases: hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, diabetes, hypoglycemia
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4 interesting facts about the system
Nervous System - Chapter 37
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Major function of the system
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Diagram that includes the major parts – brain, spinal cord, nerves, neurons
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Function of each of the major parts
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Explain the path a nerve impulse travels throughout the body from stimulus to response.
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Discuss the functions of common neurotransmitters: acetylcholine, epinephrine, norepinephrine,
serotonin, dopamine, GABA
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Discuss the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system
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Explain what happens during a reflex arc
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Explain how this system works with other systems in the body…2 examples.
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Discuss 2 common diseases: parkinson’s, alzheimers, depression
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4 interesting facts about the system
Skeletal System - Chapter 39
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Major function of the system
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Diagram that includes the major bones – cranium, clavicle, humerus, scapula, sternum, rib,
vertebra, ulna, radius, carpals, metacarpals, phalanges, pelvis, femur, patella, tibia, fibula, tarsals,
and metatarsals
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Function of each of the major parts: bones, ligaments, tendons
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Describe each of the following joints and where they are located: hinge, pivot, and ball-andsocket.
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Describe the composition of bone.
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Explain how this system works with other systems in the body…2 examples.
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Discuss 2 common diseases: bursitis, osteoporosis
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4 interesting facts about the system
Muscular System - Chapter 39
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Major function of the system
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Describe the function and locations of each type of muscle – skeletal muscle, smooth muscle,
cardiac muscle
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Diagram that includes the major muscles in the body – biceps, oblique abdominis, Sartorius,
deltoid, orbicularis oculi, sternomatoid, gastrocnemius, pectoral, temporalis, gluteus maximus,
quadriceps, tibialis, masseter, rectus abdominus, triceps
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Function of 10 of the major muscles
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Describe how the muscles work in pairs to make parts of the body move. Give 2 specific examples.
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Explain the mechanism of muscle contractions.
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Explain how muscle contractions are stimulated including the discussion of neuromuscular
junctions.
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Explain how muscles fatigue.
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Explain how this system works with other systems in the body…2 examples.
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Discuss 2 common diseases: muscular dystrophy, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome
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4 interesting facts about the system