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- Grade Range
- 9th - 12th
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Students identify the halogens on the periodic table of the elements and describe their basic characteristics. They discuss the positive and negative effects that hydrochloric acid and other acidic materials have on the process of digestion. Students describe how the halogens react with hydrogen and how hydrochloric acid is formed. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students are asked if they have ever visited a cave. They then view a segment of "The Chemistry of Caves." Students are asked to direct their attention on limestone caves and how they form, as well as on how unique features found inside the caves form. They work in pairs and each pair draw a picture of a limestone cave or find a picture online. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students identify the structure and function of cells. Through identification exercises and drills, students point out the various structures of the cell. They explain the function of each part of the cell as well as their function in the cell as a whole. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students review the components of a cell and the differences between plant and animal cells by creating a three-dimensional model of each type of cell. In small groups, they use modeling clay and household object to construct their models. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students explore the four stages of mitosis. They view a prepared slide of an onion root tip undergoing mitosis to identify the stage for each cell in view. They record the number of cells in each stage, graph the results, then calcualte the percentage of time a cell spends in each phase.. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- Kindergarten - 1st
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Students observe an experiment using common household chemicals to simulate a volcanic eruption. In small cups, they follow the teacher's instructions to make their own volcanoes. After watching a Brain-pop video, students complete coloring sheets or volcanoes. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 11th - 12th
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Students complete a unit of study on bioethics. They participate in a discussion about gene therapy and its uses. They review two case studies and discuss the ethical issues focused on in the cases. They develop a patient record based on the information listed on each case study. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students complete drawings of replication, transcription, and translation in groups. They summarize the process that is taking place into three sentences. Students are asked what is the outcome of transcription? They discuss the outcome of translation. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 10th
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Students examine the element carbon and its different isotopes as well as review the use of the periodic table. After being introduced to carbon isotopes, they discuss the concept of ionic bonding with Na and Cl. Before completing a homework assignment, the class is introduced to the concept of covalent bonding in a water molecule. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 11th - 12th
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Students summarize the events of DNA replication. They relate the DNA molecule to chromosome structure. Students are asked: What is the purpose of making a photocopy of an article from a journal? They are given an overview of the proces of DNA replication by the teacher. Full Review »
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