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\nSeed Dispersion of Strawberries and Dandelions\n

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\nStudents investigate how seeds are dispersed on land.  In this plant biology lesson, students use a dissecting microscope to study strawberry seeds and dandelion seeds, they draw what they see, then create a hypothesis on the seeds...\n
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\n\"Dissecting\n\n
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\nDissecting Frog Embryos: Cell Membranes and Mitosis\n

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\nStudents use high powered dissection microscopes to dissect and examine frog embryos as well as see balls of cells that were produced by rapid division. The concept of mitosis links to the lesson.\n
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\nThe Parts of a Perfect Flower\n

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\nStudents explore the parts of a flower. In this flower structures lesson plan, students study a model of a flower and dissect a flower. They label each structure of the flower and observe the pollen grains and ovules under the dissecting...\n
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\n\"Classification\n\n
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\nClassification of an Invertebrate: Sponge\n

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\nStudents investigate the invertebrate sponge. In this invertebrates lesson plan, students observe the sponge, Grantia, using a dissecting microscope. Students answer questions about their observations and view six other invertebrates....\n
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\n\"Igneous\n\n
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\nIgneous Rocks Lab\n

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\nSearching for a simple igneous rocks experiment to assist pupils with rock classification based on texture and composition? In the activity, pupils view multiple rocks in various ways to determine texture and composition. They then...\n
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\n\"Pollen\n\n
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\nPollen Tube Growth\n

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\nStudents demonstrate the proper usage of the compound and dissecting microscopes. They identify the parts of a flower and the functions of the flower parts. Students describe the process of gamete formation and fertilization in a flower.\n
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\nComparing Ionic and Polar Covalent Crystals\n

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\nTwelfth graders make a number of ionic crystals. They compare a preserved snowflake to the physical properties of the ionic crystals. They apply qualitative observations and drawings in their discussion of the similarities between ice...\n
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\nObserving the Development of Drosophila in Apple Juice Agar\n

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\nStudents observe the development of the Drosophila fly. They observe the first two stages - the egg and the 3 larval instars. They observe the culture every day for 8 days using a stereo dissecting microscope.\n
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\n\"Plant\n\n
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\nPlant Structures Lab Stations\n

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\nIn China, hibiscus is known as the shoe flower because it is used to polish shoes, while in Hawaii, it is honored as the state flower. Young scientists learn about the structure and function of flowers. They dissect hibiscus...\n
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\nThe Microscope and Cell\n

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\nIn this science worksheet, students calculate the size of different samples using the microscope as part of a formal lab assignment.\n
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\nC. elegans and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life\n

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\nIntroduce the topic of astrobiology in a unit that's out of this world. Biology scholars examine the search for extraterrestrial life by culturing roundworms, a species that has been key in helping researchers understand the...\n
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\n\"Signs\n\n
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\nSigns of Change: Tree Rings\n

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\nStudents identify and experiment with dendrochronology (the study of tree rings to answer ecological questions about the recent past) and come up with conclusions as to what possible climatic conditions might affect tree growth in their...\n
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\n\"Invertebrate\n\n
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\nInvertebrate Diversity\n

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\nComparative anatomy prevails in the lesson exploring diversity among invertebrates. Biologists examine physical characteristics of an earthworm from phylum annelida and a meal worm from phylum insecta. They also inspect a cricket and a...\n
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\nDetermination of the Volume of CO2 in Pop Rocks\n

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\nWhere does the pop in pop rocks come from? An engaging activity asks scholars to measure the amount of carbon dioxide in a package of Pop Rocks candy. Learners dissolve the candy in water and use the solubility of CO2 to determine its mass.\n
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\nRoot Caps and the Effect on Gravity Sensing\n

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\nStudents conduct an experiment to determine how the absence of a root cap affects a plant's ability to sense gravity. They make comparisons between capped and decapped roots.\n
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\nFlour Beetle\n

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\nStudents observe the life cycle of the common flour beetle and make observations of its life stages. They also design and implement an investigation on food preference for the beetle and record data over a period of several months....\n
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\nUsing Microscopes In The Classroom\n

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\nGet up close and personal with parts of a microscope lesson plans and activities for elementary students!\n
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\nMy Favorite Biology Supplies\n

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\nHere are some biology laboratory supplies that I can't live without.\n
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\nDissolved Oxygen in an Aquatic Ecosystem\n

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\nStudents explain why dissolved oxygen is important in aquatic ecosystems. They evaluate the optimal dissolved oxygen levels for living organisms.\n
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\nInvertebrate Diversity\n

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\nStudents observe different animals with bilateral symmetry. In this biology lesson, students compare how these animals move. They discuss the evolutionary history of observed animals.\n
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\nBiological Concepts\n

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\nStudents perform a transection of a redworm. They discuss spinal cord injuries in humans. Students compare the ability of the redworm to regenerate the ventral nerve cord with the inability of humans to repair damage to the dorsal nerve...\n
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\nPlant Pollination\n

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\nStudents investigate methods of pollination for various flowers. In this plant biology lesson, students learn the parts of a flower and form a hypothesis about the method of pollination for the flower. They determine the validity of...\n
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\nLayers of the Forest- Leaf Litter\n

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\nStudents conduct an experiment. In this temperate forest instructional activity, students discuss what kind of animal life can be found in the forest. They read The Magic School Bus Meets the Rot Squad: A Book About Decomposition and...\n
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\nTemperature Affects The Heart Rate\n

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\nLearners relate heart rate and development to environmental conditions through experiment. In cooperative groups, students record the heart rate in developing zebra fish. Groups create a standard curve to predict the temperature at...\n
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