Biology I
Overview
Explore the structure, function, diversity, and evolution of living matter by taking an in-depth look at the fundamental characteristics of living organisms. You will have the opportunity to perform hands-on lab activities and develop relationships through collaborative learning.
Major Concepts:
Foundations of Biology
- Exploring Life
- Chemistry of Life
- Earth’s Early Atmosphere
Life’s Origin
- Properties of Water
- Microscopes
- Early Cells
- Cell Structure and Function
- Cellular Energy Cellular Respiration
- Photosynthesis
Cell Reproduction
- Cell Division
- Meiosis
- Mendel
- Heredity Patterns
- DNA Replication
- Mutation
- Biotechnology
- Health and Genetics
Earth’s Diversity
- Ecology
- The Biosphere
- Ecosystems
- Impacts on our Ecosystem
- Recycling
Scientific Connections
- Evolution
- Evolutionary Relationships
- Primate Evolution
Classification and Diversity
- Classification of Living Organisms
- Bacteria
- Protists
- Fungus
- Plants
- Plant Cells and Tissues
- Plant Growth, Reproduction, and Development
- Animals
Human Systems
- Nervous and Endocrine Systems
- Respiratory and Circulatory Systems
- Digestive and Excretory Systems
- Muscular, Skeletal, and Integumentary System
- Reproductive System
- Immune System
Honors:
- Chemistry of Life
- Earth’s Early Atmosphere
- Early Cells
- Cell Division
- Recycling
- Evolutionary Relationships
- Primate Evolution
- Plants
Grade Level
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12
Duration
Annual
Requirements
Household items for lab experiments
Prerequisites
Recommended for advanced 8th grade learners.
