Biology+30

Click on the following link: __[]__ Click on the following link ([]) and use this website to answer the questions in the word document below. - Go to the following website ([]) and read the sections "What is Evolution' to "Isn't Evolution Just a Theory" - Record the definition for evolution, what the scientists thinking about evolution each thought, what natural selection is, and why evolution isn't just a theory - Go through the following PowerPoint and complete the accompanying notes - Research how each of the following scientists contributed to evolution and record as short points in your notes 1) Darwin 2) Lamarack 3) August Wiesmann 4) Hugo De Vries
 * __Jan 13th__**
 * __Jan 10th__**
 * __For Kayla__**
 * Day 1 - What is Evolution**
 * Day 2 - Evidence for Evolution**
 * Day 3 - Scientists Who Contributed to the Understanding of Evolution**

- Watch youtube video "Origin of Species by Charles Darwin" - 5 parts - Make a chart to compare and contrast Darwin and Lamarack's view on evolution. Which theory is the currently accepted on? Why was Darwin's theory controversial? Record this information in your notes. Read p. 599 to 603 to ensure you understand both perspectives.
 * Day 4 - Charles Darwin and Evolution**

- Go to the following website [] - Record the main points regarding natural selection - Using this information, explain how natural selection could change a population of speices over time.
 * Day 5 - Natural Selection**

Peppered Moth Introduction Charles Darwin accumulated a tremendous collection of facts to support the theory of evolution by natural selection. One of his difficulties in demonstrating the theory, however, was the lack of an example of evolution over a short period of time, which could be observed as it was taking place in nature. Although Darwin was unaware of it, remarkable examples of evolution, which might have helped to persuade people of his theory, were in the countryside of his native England. One such example is the evolution of the peppered moth Biston betularia. The economic changes known as the industrial revolution began in the middle of the eighteenth century. Since then, tons of soot have been deposited on the country side around industrial areas. The soot discoloured and generally darkened the surfaces of trees and rocks. In 1848, a dark-coloured moth was first recorded. Today, in some areas, 90% or more of the-peppered moths are dark in colour. More than 70 species of moth in England have undergone a change from light to dark. Similar observations have been made in other industrial nations, including the United States.
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- Go to the following website: [] - Review the information for peppered moths and summarize in your notes how this species is an example of natural selection - Click on the last circle and play the simulation game.

Take Home Exam - Needs to be completed by Jan. 6th, 2011. - Using the textbook pages 320-328, create a chart on the hormones of the endocrine system. Your chart must include: gland, hormone, and function. - Reproduction Notes - Finished working on Nervous System Notes - Video: The Human Body Brain Power - Nervous System Notes (for hand-in) media type="youtube" key="rEGJzHKXDa4?fs=1" height="385" width="480" - Human Circulation and Resp. System Notes - Did lab: Effect of Different Excercises on Heart and Breathing Rate. Due tomorrow. For this class: 1) Finish your organ function research sheet. This does not need to be handed in, but is part of your notes for the unit. 2) Review the following PowerPoint 3) In your notes, summarize how passive transport and active transport are used in our bodies 3) Watch the following video: media type="youtube" key="r_RQMdqccqc?fs=1" height="385" width="480" 4) Go to the following website and write jot notes on the circulatory system (what it does, how it works, what parts of the body are involved, what is the role of arteries, veins, and capillaries, what blood is made of, and what heart disease is). []
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 * __Dec. 9th__**

- Started Body Systems Unit - Identified organs and placed them on body - Researched the function of each organ
 * __Dec. 8th__**



- Wrote genetics exam - Review class for exam - Finished genetic engineering debate. Hand in at the end of class. __**Dec. 2nd**__ - Worked on genetic engineering methods jigsaw. Wrote jot notes on each section. - Susan - Josh - Ryan - Nicole - Jordan M.
 * __Dec. 7th__**
 * __Dec. 6th__**
 * __Dec. 3rd__**
 * __MISSING ASSIGNMENTS - BIO 30__**
 * DNA Handout**
 * -** Devon

- Devon - Aaron - Josh - Ryan - Nicole -Jordan M
 * Genetics Booklet**

- Aaron - Makyla - Josh - Nicole - Clint - Bri - Garett 1) Finish Blood Typing WebQuest 2) Finish Mutations Poster......Both are due by the end of this class. 3) Explore the debate surrounding genetic engineering. Research reasons why some people are pro cloning/transgenics/gene therapy and why some people are against it. Create a table listing arguement for all or one of these processes and arguements against. When you are done, write a paragraph at the bottom of your table explaining what your personal opinion is and why. Make sure you put together a good arguement for your opinion. This is due on Friday. Blood Typing Game: [] - Worked on Genetic Mutations Poster. Need to take this for homework if you have not started writing down information. - Will have one more class to finish the poster next week media type="youtube" key="qMnRpNuo1N8?fs=1" height="385" width="480" - Punnett Square Practice Questions - Finished Genetic Booklet - Worked on Punnett Square Practice Questions
 * Genetics 10 Q**
 * __REMINDER: BIO 30 GENETICS EXAM - TUESDAY DEC. 7TH__**
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Computer Period 1) Finish 10 genetics questions and hand in. 2) Start researching a genetic disorder. See assignment document. - Genetics Booklet DUE FOR MONDAY - UP TO PAGE 4
 * __Nov. 22nd__**
 * __Nov. 19th__**

- Marshmallow Meiosis Lab - Worked on 10 Genetics Questions - Go through the following information on heritable traits. Record the traits you have. We will then compile the data as a class
 * __Nov. 18th__**
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 * __Nov. 16th__**



- Finish DNA Transcription and Translation Handout COMPUTER PERIOD - Finish editing meiosis/mitosis videos - When done, think up 10 Questions you would like to learn more about relating to genetics. The questions can be anything from humans genetics to population genetics or figuring out how eye colour is passed on. Once you come up with a list of questions, begin searching the answers. Write your answers in point form (jot notes) under each question. - This is due at the end of class. If you need inspiration...check out the videos below
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 * __Nov 9th__**

Answer Key

Good Video on the Human Genome media type="youtube" key="ytMH4FGV4F4?fs=1" height="385" width="640"

media type="youtube" key="-1ZvsYDTxc8?fs=1" height="385" width="480" - Worked on Meiosis/Mitosis clay animation videos. These will be due for presentation Tuesday November 16th. - Research an enzyme that works in the human body. Find out what the substrate is, where it reacts, where it's produced and any other basic information you can find. Make a poster on 8 1/2 x 11 inch paper advertising your enzyme. Include all the information you found, but make sure it's in your own words and not copied and pasted. Include a picture of the enzyme (if you can find one) as well as its chemical structure.
 * __Nov. 8__**
 * __Nov. 3 to 5th__**
 * __Nov. 1__**
 * __September 27th - MENU ASSIGNMENT__**
 * __September 17th - Enzymes in the Body__**
 * __Sept 14th Homeostatsis Lesson__**



- Download the following PowerPoint to finish filling in your class notes



- Finished Characteristics of Living things lab - Read Notes package "Building the Body: From atoms to organs". Completed flowchart and handed it in
 * __September 8th__**

If you get a chance, check out this DNA video on youtube... media type="youtube" key="4PKjF7OumYo" height="344" width="425"


 * __September 7th__**

Welcome to Biology 30 and the start of a new semester! I hope you will find Biology to be a very hands-on and interactive course. The study of Biology is almost like learning a new language, so don't be afraid to ask for clarification if you are unclear about any new terms. This wiki has a discussion section where you can post any questions you may have regarding the course content at any time and I will do my best to respond as soon as possible. I have attached the course outline below, so you can refer to it at any time. Remember that the wiki will provide you with a day-by-day account of what we are doing in class. As a result, it will be your responsibility if you miss school to read up on the wiki then come and talk to me about what you missed.


 * __Seven Tips for Success in a High School Biology Course__**

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