ELLSWORTH HIGH SCHOOL!

SCHOOL YEAR 2012-2013

Biology A
General Description
We can not learn about biological sciences without having an understanding of chemistry. Unit I describes the structures, functions, and role of many biological molecules. After studying these molecules, you will be able to apply this knowledge to how our cell functions. Unit II moves from the basic understanding of the cell to how photosynthesis and cellular respiration are connected. You will develop an understanding about how all cells have commonalities. Finally, you will explore how energy travels from the sun to our cells.
Unit I: The Chemicals of Life

Essential Questions

If water and carbon are limited within a habitat, how would that eect biological life?

What does it mean to have a healthy diet and how does that relate to your cells?

How does your knowledge of elements help in your decisions of medical treatments?

Unit II: The Cell: From Structure and Function to Energy With the growing world population what is the eects of energy production in terms of food resources being eected? How do autotrophs and heterotroph impact each other within an ecosystem? How is the energy ow here in our community dierent from a community located in Ecuador?

Important Notice : Academic Support You will receive a mandatory academic support if your current grade is less than a 74 at the end of the week or you have more than two (2) missing assignments. These mandatory academic supports will be offered every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:40 - 3:25. Skipping an academic support will result in a detention.

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Unit I: Objectives
Students will be able to . . . a. identify the most common elements in living organisms b. identify the parts of the atom and be able to determine the protons, neutrons, and electrons of any element c. identify how electrons behave during the formation of ionic and covalent bonds d. identify the different types of biological molecules, their roles, and structures e. explain how proteins are formed Students will understand . . . f. that water has unique properties that help sustain life g. the uses of isotopes h. their are differences between organic and inorganic molecules i. the importance of carbon to basic life structures j. how enzymes help biological function

Unit II: Objectives

Students will be able to . . . a. identify the key organelles within cells and explain their functions b. compare and contrast plant and animal cells using scientic vocabulary c. diagram and identify the structures of membranes d. explain how the properties of molecules effect how they move across membranes e. track the transformation of energy through an ecosystem f. identify the location of each phase of cellular respiration/photosynthesis g. explain the end products of cellular respiration/photosynthesis and their relationships to each other h. explain the benets of anaerobic and aerobic respiration Students will understand . . . i. key differences and similarities between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells j. how the cell theory impacts our current understanding of cells today k. the key organelles and their role in protein synthesis and how this relates to all cells l. the commonalities of membrane bound organelles within cells m. that molecules are in constant motion to maintain equilibrium n. the differences between passive and active transport and its uses within a cell o. the different forms of energy involved in cellular processes p. the basic phases of cellular respiration/ photosynthesis q. how energy is transformed during photosynthesis/cellular respiration and which phases produce the greater amount of energy

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Classroom Expectations
Mrs. Falabella will . . . respect all students and expect the same in return. be available for students 7:40 - 7:55 AM and after school with arranged times. allow you to listen to music; however, it is a privilege not a right. You will not be listening to music during lectures, discussions,assessments, or group activities. You can listen during individual work time. provide you with adequate time to complete all assignments.

Important Dates
You will . . . respect all students and expect the same in return. be on time and in your seat ready to begin class when the bell rings. bring all materials to class with you. notebook, pencil/pen, calculator, headphones, laptop, and any work have your laptop ready for use in the classroom. Being off task with your laptop will result in a 30 minute detention and loss of laptop usage during class. be responsible for your assignment, dont let yourself or your group suer. Read the directions! be proactive by asking questions or come in for help if you need it. Do not wait until we start reviewing the work to say you did not understand something. Come and ask for help, I wont turn you away! be an active listener by making eye contact and being prepared to answer questions. be a collaborative partner during group activities. follow all safety guidelines for laboratory activities. follow the EHS guidelines from the student handbook.
September 24 (Due Date) Isotope Pamphlet October 1 Mini-Lab Report: Toothpickase October 1 Unit I Test November 12 (Due Date) Formal Lab Report Your choice between two labs. November 28 Narrative Story November 28 Unit II Test November 29/30 Final Exams All dates are subject to change.

Contact Information: Mrs. Falabella jfalabella@rsu24.org Room 224

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