Course Calendar

Due Dates for the NEW YEAR

Biology 12 Honours:

Enzyme Lab draft 1 is DUE January 4th - bring a printed copy to class for peer editing

Enzyme pages in your Journal are DUE January 6th

Biology 12:

Food Guide Assignment is DUE January 7th (if not already handed in)



December 14-18

Last week before the holidays...

Biology 12 Honours

Complete Enzyme Lab
Start winter journal assignment on ENERGY & ENZYMES

Biology 12

Complete Food Guide Assignment


December 7-11

Biology 12 Honours

1. Go over old quiz and complete new quiz
2. Go over editing of formal lab report

Cell Membrane Powerpoint

Cell Membrane Test - Wednesday

Starting Enzymes on Friday...

Enzyme Video

Biology 12

1. Group Enzyme Check in QUIZ
2. Start Ultimate Food Guide Assignment

Video Competition details


IMPORTANT NOTICE - AP Biology Students

I apologize for my unexpected absence on Thursday. Due to this, I have made some changes to our schedule...

I would like to go over the answer to the quiz the TOC gave you next class as some of the answers given were incorrect. We will have a NEW quiz next class (Dec 7)  and we will spend more time editing your FORMAL LAB Reports so please bring DRAFT 1 back to class.

We will move your test to Dec 9. You need to have your journal complete and submit your lab report on this date as well.

Any questions - come see me - I am back in the building :)

November 30-December 4th

Biology 12

Starting - Design your own ENZYME LAB
Draft 1 is due on Friday, Dec 4th for editing
Final Draft is due Dec 8th
There is also an ENZYME QUIZ on Dec 8th

Biology 12 Honours

Finishing - Formal Lab on Cell Membranes/Diffusion/Osmosis
Draft 1 is due on Thursday, Dec 3rd for editing
Final Draft is due Dec 9th

Cell Membrane group quiz - Dec 3
Cell Membrane Test - Dec 7 - the test will have a group portion at the beginning where you can collaborate and discuss the written question. After completing the group portion, you will be given time to independently answer some additional written questions and some multiple choice questions.

Cell Membrane Test Learning Outcomes:

AP Learning Outcomes
  • 2.10 The student is able to use representations/models (pictures) to pose scientific questions about the properties of cell membranes and selective permeability based on molecular structure.
  • 2.11 The student is able to construct models (drawings) that connect the movement of molecules across membranes with membrane structure and function.
  • 2.12 The student is able to use representations/models (pictures) to analyze situations or solve problems qualitatively and quantitatively to investigate whether the movement of molecules across membranes.
  • 2.13 The student is able to explain how membranes contribute to cell functions.

Biology 12 Learning Outcomes
  • apply knowledge of organic molecules 
  • including phospholipids, proteins, glycoproteins, glycolipids, carbohydrates, and cholesterol to explain the structure and function of the fluid-mosaic membrane model 
  • identify the hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions of the phospholipid bilayer 
  • explain why the cell membrane is described as “selectively permeable” 
  • describe passive transport processes including diffusion, osmosis, and facilitated transport 
  • explain factors that affect the rate of diffusion across a cell membrane (e.g., temperature, size of molecule, charge of molecule, concentration gradient, pressure gradient) 
  • predict the effects of hypertonic, isotonic, and hypotonic environments on osmosis in animal cells 
  • describe active transport processes including active transport, endocytosis (phagocytosis and pinocytosis), and exocytosis 
  • compare specific transport processes – including diffusion, osmosis, facilitated transport, active transport, endocytosis, and exocytosis – in terms of 
    • – concentration gradient 
    • – use of channel or carrier protein 
    • – use of energy 
    • – types/sizes of molecules transported 
  • devise and analyze an experiment using the scientific method (e.g., to investigate the tonicity of cells)
  • differentiate between cells that have a high or low surface area-to-volume ratio 
  • demonstrate an understanding of the significance of surface area-to-volume ratio in cell size

November 23-26

Biology 12


What mark have you achieved?

A+           95% and up
A              90% to 94%
A-            86% to 89%
B+           82% to 85%
B              73% to 81%
C+           68% to 72%
C              60% to 67%
C-            45% to 59%
I               Evidence is
                incomplete

Students will need to arrange a time to meet with me in class or at lunch before NOVEMBER 26 to determine a TERM 1 grade. Otherwise, an “I” will be recorded on your reports. DON’T wait until the last day…

What you need to bring in for your meeting...
  1. Completed self assessments in your orange duotang (extra handouts available on desk)
  2. Completed lab duotangs with self reflection rubric filled in 
  3. Completed journals with self reflection rubric filled in
  4. Filled in portfolios containing marked tests and quizzes

Watch Video:
      

During class this week you need to finish creating new journal pages on ENZYMES. There are also practice booklets available for this chapter. 

Next week – We will be starting a formal lab on enzymes 




Biology 12 Honours

We are starting a series of labs concerning the cell membrane and movement of molecules...

1. Factors affecting diffusion lab
2. Tonicity labs (A, C) - (omit B - we could not get elodea)

November 18-20

Biology 12


What mark have you achieved?

A+           95% and up
A              90% to 94%
A-            86% to 89%
B+           82% to 85%
B              73% to 81%
C+           68% to 72%
C              60% to 67%
C-            45% to 59%
I               Evidence is
                incomplete

Students will need to arrange a time to meet with me in class or at lunch before NOVEMBER 26 to determine a TERM 1 grade. Otherwise, an “I” will be recorded on your reports. DON’T wait until the last day…

What you need to bring in for your meeting...


  1. Completed self assessments in your orange duotang (extra handouts available on desk)
  2. Completed lab duotangs with self reflection rubric filled in 
  3. Completed journals with self reflection rubric filled in
  4. Filled in portfolios containing marked tests and quizzes

Watch Video:
     

Create new journal pages on ENZYMES - instructions given in class

Next week – You will have time to work on your journals and meet with me regarding your marks. We will also be starting a formal lab at the end of the week.

Biology 12 Honours

We are starting a series of labs concerning the cell membrane and movement of molecules...

1. Factors affecting diffusion lab
2. Tonicity labs (A, B, C)

Tutorial Days

Biology 12/Biology 12 Honours

If you are taking a test for the first time or retesting, you need to sign up and come in between 10am-230pm on Monday or Tuesday.

If you are coming in with questions and/or lab work to complete, you need to come in between 10am-230pm on Monday or Tuesday.

Post Tutorial Days (next Wed/Thurs) - we will start our 1 on 1 meetings to determine your Term 1 Grade for Performance, Participation and Progress.

What you need to complete and bring in for YOUR meeting...

  1. Complete the self assessments in your orange duotang
  2. Complete and submit your Term 1 lab duotang and self reflection rubric (by next class)
  3. Complete your journal and self reflection rubric
  4. Complete any tests/retests during tutorial days & fill in your portfolios


November 9-13

Biology 12 Honours


  • Start Cell Membrane Journal Pages - build a model of a cell membrane in your journal
  • Food Guide Papers due - don't forget to attach a self evaluation
  • Update ASSESSMENT duotangs for the end of term reports
  • Add Osmosis Notes to journals
  • Cell membrane videos




Biology 12

  • Biochemistry Test - complete this week during class or on tutorial days
  • Complete at least one of - Urinalysis lab and/or Building Molecular  Models
  • Update ASSESSMENT duotangs for the end of term reports





    November 2-6

    Biology 12 Honours

    Post Newcastle Island Pictures HERE

    New WIKI CODE available for uploading journal pages!!

    Our classroom wiki space   Sign Up Code - D3Q7DQ7

    - Self Check Quiz - November 3rd
    - SA:V ratio lab
    - review

    - Cell Test - November 5th (Learning Outcomes on Biology Honours Learning Outcomes Page)

    Cell PPT

    WRITTEN QUESTION on Test...

    Use an ANALOGY to describe how the following organelles function to compartmentalize the cell and move materials through it:
      • – ribosome
      • – rough endoplasmic reticulum 
      • – smooth endoplasmic reticulum
      • – vesicles
      • – Golgi bodies
      • – cell membrane

    - starting the Cell Membrane chapter

    - Food Guide Assignment - Due November 9th

    Biology 12

    Finish Carbohydrate, Lipid, Nucleic Acid & Protein notes in journals

    Practice question booklets available

    Start Organic Molecule lab

    Organic Molecule check in QUIZ - Nov 4th

    Organic Chemistry Test
    - Period 6 - November 13th
    - Period 7 - November 10th

    (or it can be written on tutorial days)

    Learning outcomes (for test) available on Biology 12 Learning Outcomes page

    WRITTEN TEST QUESTION...

    Create a chart or a mind map to show the connections between the following terms. Clearly indicate the relationships using linking words on your arrows.

    amino acids, ATP, carbohydrates, cellulose, dehydration synthesis, disaccharides, DNA, fatty acids, glucose, glycerol, glycogen, hydrolysis, lipids, maltose, monomer, monosaccharides, nucleic acids, nucleotides, peptide bond, phospholipid, polymer, proteins, polysaccharides, triglycerides, RNA, steroid, water





    October 26-30

    AP Biology

    1. Complete extraction of key points from text about prokaryotes and eukaryotes
    2. Find or create a chart describing the structure and function of cell parts



    Collect notes from video

    Journal Entry Assignment:

    Create a Cell Analogy for a “Super Cell.” Include all cell parts found in plant and animal cells (but make note of which cell type they actually belong in).

    Make sure the parts of the analogy work together like the parts of the cell.


    Create a visual and written representation of your analogy in your journal. You can use paints, pens, pencil crayons or paste in paper, yarn, etc to create your SUPER CELL.



    Video Guide


    Biology 12

    1. Add dehydration synthesis & hydrolysis reactions to journals
    2. Add notes for Carbohydrates & to journals

    Biochemistry Power point for Tuesday & Thursday

    THURSDAY - you will have a TOC this day. The teacher will be going over proteins and nucleic acids with the class. You will also be given a review booklet to start practicing with.

    We will start the Organic Chemistry lab on Monday.


    October 19-23

    ** Voting Day **


    AP Biology

    Biochemistry Test

    Origin's of Life Journal Page(s)

    Needed Resource:




    Biology 12

    Water, pH, Cell Test (for some)

    Origin's of Life Journal Page(s) (for everyone)

    Needed Resources:

    Mars One Article

    CBC audioclip

    Carbon Video

    Journal Pictures - Origin of Life

    Biology 12 Honours - Water, pH & Biochemistry Test Outline

    What you need to know...

    Learning Outcomes
    • describe the characteristics of water and its role in biological systems
    • describe how the polarity of the water molecule results in hydrogen bonding
    • differentiate among acids, bases, and buffers
    • describe the importance of pH to biological systems in the human body
    • demonstrate a knowledge of dehydration synthesis and
    • hydrolysis as applied to organic monomers and polymers
    • differentiate among carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids with respect to chemical structure
    • recognize the following molecules in structural diagrams:
      • – adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
      • – deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)
      • – disaccharide
      • – glucose
      • – glycerol
      • – hemoglobin
      • – monosaccharide
      • – neutral fat
      • – phospholipid
      • – polysaccharide (starch, glycogen, and cellulose)
      • – ribose
      • – RNA
      • – saturated and unsaturated fatty acids
      • – steroids
    • recognize the empirical formula of a monosaccharide as CnH2nOn
    • list the main functions of carbohydrates
    • differentiate among monosaccharides (e.g., glucose),  disaccharides (e.g., maltose), and polysaccharides
    • differentiate among starch, cellulose, and glycogen with respect to
      • – function
      • – type of bonding
      • – level of branching
    • describe the location, structure, and function of the following in the human body:
      • – neutral fats
      • – steroids
      • – phospholipids
    • compare saturated and unsaturated fatty acids in terms of molecular structure
    • list the major functions of proteins
    • draw a generalized amino acid and identify the amine, acid (carboxyl), and R-groups
    • identify the peptide bonds in dipeptides and polypeptides
    • differentiate among the following levels of protein organization with respect to structure and types of bonding:
      • – primary
      • – secondary (alpha helix, beta pleated sheet)
      • – tertiary
      • – quaternary (e.g., hemoglobin)
    • name the four nitrogenous bases in ribonucleic acid (RNA) and describe the structure of RNA using the following terms:
      • – nucleotide (ribose, phosphate, nitrogenous base, adenine, uracil, cytosine, guanine)
      • – linear, single stranded
      • – sugar-phosphate backbone
    • name the four nitrogenous bases in DNA and describe the structure of DNA using the following terms:
      • – nucleotide (deoxyribose, phosphate, nitrogenous base, adenine, thymine, cytosine, guanine)
      • – complementary base pairing
      • – double helix
      • – hydrogen bonding
      • – sugar-phosphate backbone
    • compare the general structural composition of DNA and RNA
    • relate the general structure of the ATP molecule to its role as the “energy currency” of cells

    WRITTEN TEST Questions:
    1. Draw two water molecules. Label hydrogen bonding, covalent bonding and partial charges.
    2. Describe how the polarity of water results in hydrogen bonding.
    3. Describe one property of water and explain it's role in biological systems.
    4. Using the equation below, explain what happens to an alkaline solution (basic) when you blow into it with a straw. Why does this change in pH occur more quickly if you exercise before blowing into the alkaline solution?


    5. Create a chart or a mind map to show the connections between the following terms. Clearly indicate the relationships using linking words on your arrows.

    amino acids, ATP, carbohydrates, cellulose, dehydration synthesis, disaccharides, DNA, fatty acids, glucose, glycerol, glycogen, hydrolysis, lipids, maltose, monomer, monosaccharides, nucleic acids, nucleotides, peptide bond, phospholipid, polymer, proteins, polysaccharides, triglycerides, peptides, RNA, steroid, water


    Example of a mind map: 



    October 12-16

    Happy Long Weekend





    AP Biology
    • Practice Quiz
    • Complete Organic Chemistry lab & Urinalysis simulation

    Biology 12
    • Practice Quiz
    • Labs are due in the drawer
    • Ask me questions about water, pH or cells...
    • Finish Journals
    • Test on FRIDAY
    • Look at the History of Life

    BIOLOGY 12: Cell, water & pH TEST OUTLINE

    WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW:

    Water & pH Powerpoint

    Cell Powerpoint

    Learning Outcomes:

    • describe the characteristics of water and its role in biological systems
    • describe how the polarity of the water molecule results in hydrogen bonding
    • differentiate among acids, bases, and buffers
    • describe the importance of pH to biological systems in the human body
    • describe the following cell structures and their functions:
      • – cell membrane
      • – cell wall
      • – chloroplast
      • – cytoskeleton
      • – cytoplasm
      • – Golgi bodies
      • – lysosomes
      • – mitochondria – including cristae and matrix
      • – nucleus – including nuclear pore, nucleolus, chromatin, nuclear envelope, and chromosomes
      • – ribosomes (polysomes)
      • – smooth and rough endoplasmic reticulum
      • – vacuoles
      • – vesicles


    • state the balanced chemical equation for cellular respiration
    • describe how the following organelles function to compartmentalize the cell and move materials through it:
      • – rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum
      • – vesicles
      • – Golgi bodies
      • – cell membrane


    • identify cell structures depicted in diagrams and electron micrographs 

    WRITTEN QUESTIONS (these will appear on your test)

    1. Draw two water molecules. Label hydrogen bonding, covalent bonding and partial charges.
    2. Describe how the polarity of water results in hydrogen bonding.
    3. Describe one property of water and explain it's role in biological systems.
    4. Use an ANALOGY to describe how the following organelles function to compartmentalize the cell and move materials through it:
      • – rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum
      • – vesicles
      • – Golgi bodies
      • – cell membrane
    5. Using the equation below, explain what happens to an alkaline solution (basic) when you blow into it with a straw. Why does this change in pH occur more quickly if you exercise before blowing into the alkaline solution?

    There will also be approximately 20-30 multiple choice questions on the test.

    October 5 - 9th

    Biology 12

    Monday

    1. Water & pH Check in Quiz
    2. Cell size & Scale

    3. Cell Video



    1. Why are cells so small?
    2. Why aren’t cells infinitely small?
    3. How are prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells different?
    4. What helped scientists discover cells? 
    5. What are the two types of cells? How are they different?
    6. Provide some examples of eukaryotic cells. 
    7. List the major organelles and their structures, functions and locations
      • Nucleolus 
      • Nucleus 
      • Nuclear pores
      • Ribosomes
      • Vesicle
      • Rough Endoplasmic reticulum 
      • Golgi body
      • Cytoskeleton 
      • Smooth Endoplasmic reticulum 
      • Mitochondria 
      • Vacuole
      • Cytosol 
      • Lysosome 
      • Centriole

    4. Cell Diagram


    Wednesday

    Online Wiki Journal Code - QHNX9CD

    https://mylesbio12.wikispaces.com/

    FLEX Class - finish pH Lab, Finish Journal Work

    Friday

    1. Endomembrane system - Ms. Dam's power point

    Endomembrane System Animation



    2. Cell Analogy
    3. Journal Time

    Quiz next class - the cell

    AP Biology

    Tuesday

    Start classroom wiki - http://biology12honours.wikispaces.com/

    Code - DQDMKT4

    1. Water/pH Check in Quiz
    2. Introduction to Carbon
    3. Carbon Video
    4. Molecule Cut, Sort & Paste

    Thursday

    Start classroom wiki

    1. Biological Molecule Video
    2. Monomers & Polymers
    3. Journal Time

    September 28 - October 2

    AP CAMPING TRIP on Newcastle Island - Thursday & Friday



    AP Biology

    Monday

    • Set up lab duotang with water lab and assessment papers
    • Review Biology Organization Journal Page
    • Review Water Journal Pages
    • Acid & Base Lab
    • Acid & Base Diagrams - for Journal

    Wednesday


    WATCH FULL VIDEO

    WATCH FIRST 2 minutes and 18 seconds

    Finish Acid/Base Lab - Complete Lab Participation Check in

    Paste in Acid/Base Journal figures & add notes on pH and Buffers

    Sign Out Textbooks: 
    • Preread Section 4.1
    • Review Chapter 3
    Quiz next class

    Biology 12

    Tuesday

    1. Scientific Method Check in quiz
    2. Review Water Video


    3. Finish Water Lab - Place in duotang
    4. Start Water Journal Pages

    Thursday

    1. Watch pH & Buffer Videos

    WATCH FULL VIDEO

    WATCH FIRST 2 minutes and 18 seconds

    2. Complete pH Lab - put into Filing Cabinet
    3. Add pH figures to Journal & add pH notes
    4. Quiz next class

    September 21-24th

    AP Biology

    Monday

    • set up lab duotangs
    • collect journals
    • review homework questions - create definition for science in groups
    • Run through some Scientific Method Scenarios
    • Set up Scientific Method pages in JOURNAL
    • Work on Water Lab - Parts 1-3 (will be continued next day)
    Wednesday

    Watch Video:


    • Finish JOURNAL work - Biological Organization, Scientific Method
    • Add the definition of science wordle and Da Vinci quote
    • Work on Water Journal Pages - use a text book in class & the following links at home
    • Complete Water Lab (all parts) - MATERIALS AVAILABLE IN CLASS
      • NOTE – the lab you are asked to design is NOT going to be actually done. It is purely a thought experiment using the scientific method
      • The Lab is due on MONDAY

    • Scientific Method QUIZ next class
    • Review Reading - if you need a refresher on basic chem read this...
    Biology 12

    Tuesday
    • Finish scenarios
    • Complete group thought experiments
    • JOURNAL - add science definition wordle & Da Vinci quote
    • Start Water Lab (parts 1-3)
    Thursday
    • watch water video (link above in AP section)
    • Work on Water Journal Pages - use a text book in class & the following links at home
    • Complete Water Lab - Due next class
    • Scientific Method QUIZ next class

    September 14-18

    AP Biology

    Tuesday - Teacher on Call

    1. Hand in Lab Duotangs
    2. Bird Banding - Field Trip Forms Due
    3. Share Ecology Assignments
    4. Watch Ecosystem Videos...










    5. Review Homework Questions about the Scientific Method...

    1. In a single statement, define science...
    2. What causes reasonable people to doubt scientific explanations?
    3. How can we be more informed?
    4. What are the steps to the scientific method?
    HOMEWORK - Finish Ecology Assignment

    Thursday

    **Last chance to hand in Bird Banding Forms**

    1. Share Ecology Assignments
    2. Answer Ecology Reflection Question
    3. Work on the Levels of Biological Organization Journal page
    4. Hand in Journals

    HOMEWORK - Water Lab



    Biology 12

    Monday

    ** Short Class **

    ** Early Dismissal @ lunch **

    Start the War on Science

    Wednesday

    1. Start Journals
    2. Developing Oral Skills
    3. The War on Science Continued
    4. Complete the following questions



  • In a single statement, define science...
  • What causes reasonable people to doubt scientific explanations?
  • How can we be more informed?
  • What are the steps to the scientific method?

  • Friday



    September 8-11th

    Welcome Back...

    AP Biology (Biology 11 H & Biology 12 H)

    Wednesday:

    1. Review Course Outline
    2. Pick up Journal ($8/ea)
    3. Field Trip Form for VARC Field Trip on Saturday, September 19th ($10) - due September 15th
    4. Learning Style Quiz
    5. Organize Assessment Duotang
    6. Homework - Scientific Perspective Questions & Read the article below

    http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2015/03/science-doubters/achenbach-text

    7. Ecology Assignment & Ecology Modelling lab is due September 15th

    Friday:

    1. Examine the article - War on Science
    2. Look at the Scientific Method - finish ppt questions

    Biology 12

    Thursday:

    1. Review Course Outline
    2. Pick up Journal ($8/ea)
    3. Learning Style Quiz
    4. Organize Assessment Duotang
    5. Homework - Scientific Perspective Questions & Read the article below

    http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2015/03/science-doubters/achenbach-text


    Week of June 15 - 19

    Science 8

    Assessment meetings & wrap up

    Science 10

    Prepare for provincial exam

    Bring pencil, calculator (no cell phones allowed) and water to your exam

    Exam - June 19th @ 8:45am

    Practice Provincials
    https://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/search/

    Biology 12

    Assessment meetings & wrap up

    Week of June 8th-12th

    Science 8

    Force Labs & the Amazing Egg Drop

    Science 10

    Earth Science Presentations

    Practice Exam

    Biology 12

    Body Map Gallery Walk

    Optional Exam

    Week of June 1-5th

    Science 8

    Start Chapter 8

    Buddy Labs with Ms.Nickason's Grade 1/2 class

    Science 10

    Starting the Earth Science Project



    Earth Science Project - Due June 8/9

    Biology 12

    Reproduction Test June 1/2

    Work on you human sized mind map (must be created in class) - Due June 9th

    Optional Final Exam - June 11th

    Week of May 25 - 29th

    Science 8

    LiD Projects Due

    Science 10

    Chemistry Unit Test (Chapter 4,5,6,7)
    Starting the Earth Science Project



    Biology 12

    Starting the human sized mind map

    Week of May 20-22

    Science 8

    Chapter 7 Test

    LiD time in the Computer Lab

    Science 10

    Nuclear Fission and Fusion ( Section 7.3)





    Biology 12

    The Menstrual Cycle, Conception & Development



    Week of May 11th - 15th

    Science 8

    Density

    Science 10

    Complete 7.1 and start 7.2




    Half life:




    Biology 12

    Nervous System Test (all MC)

    Starting Reproduction

    I didn't know I was pregnant



    Nervous system learning outcomes:


    -          Identify and give functions for: dendrite, cell body, axon
    -          Differentiate among sensory, motor and interneurons with respect to structure and function
    -          Explain the transmission of a nerve impulse through a neuron, using the following terms:
    o   Resting and action potential
    o   Depolarization and repolarization
    o   Refractory period
    o   Sodium and potassium pump
    o   Threshold value
    -          Relate the structure of a myelinated nerve fibre to the speed of impulse conduction with reference to myelin sheath, Schwann cell, node of Ranvier
    -          Identify the major components of a synapse, including
    o   Synaptic ending
    o   Presynaptic and postsynaptic membranes
    o   Synaptic cleft
    o   Synaptic vesicle
    o   Calcium ions
    o   Neurotransmitters
    o   receptor
    o   enzymes (ex. Acetylcholinesterase)
    -          explain the process by which impulses travel across a synapse
    -          describe the structure of a reflex arc
    -          compare the locations and functions of the central and peripheral nervous systems
    -          identify and give functions for each of the following parts of the brain
    o   medulla oblongata
    o   cerebrum
    o   thalamus
    o   cerebellum
    o   hypothalamus
    o   pituitary gland
    o   corpus callosum
    o   meninges
    -          explain how the hypothalamus and pituitary gland interact as the neuroendocrine control center
    -          differentiate between the autonomic and somatic nervous systems
    -          differentiate between the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic system

    o   with reference to effect on body functions including heart rate, breathing rate, pupil size, digestion and overall response (“fight or flight” versus “rest and digest”)

    Week of May 4 to 8th


    Science 8 

    Thermal expansion & contraction

    Changes of State


    Science 10

    Chapter 5 & 6 Test (Practice Questions must be completed before you can write this test)

    Starting Chapter 7



    Visual Voacab Chart

    Radioactivity
    Radiation
    Wilhem Roentgen
    Marie Curie
    Isotope
    Mass Number
    nuclear symbol


    Biology 12

    Nervous System Videos 2 & 3








    http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/addiction/

    Nervous System Journaling

    Nervous System Test May 12/13th

    Week of April 28th - May 1st

    Science 8

    Starting Chapter 7 and KMT

    Science 10

    Section 6.2 - Design your own EXPERIMENT

    Quiz. Chapter 6

    Test on Chapter 5/6 NEXT WEEK

    Biology 12

    Respiration & Excretion Test (April 28/29)

    Written Response Question Hints...

    1. You will be asked to compare fluids obtained from blood vessels around the nephron.
    2. Describe capillary exchange
    3. How does an increase in the concentration of carbon dioxide in the blood affect the breathing rate?
    4. Where is an increase in the concentration of carbon dioxide in the blood detected?
    5. Explain how the body responds to return carbon dioxide to normal levels.

    Intro to the Nervous System



    Reaction Time Lab