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Embryological Development Using Medaka Fish

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers analyze and record major events that occur in the development of Medaka fish eggs from fertilization to hatching. In small group, students describe the processes involved, creating a timeline of the major events in the...
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Experimentation with Teratogens on Zebrafish

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils compare mitosis and meiosis with regard to chromosome number in parent cells versus daughter cells, types of cells produced, total number of cells produced, and the number of divisions. In groups, identify and differentiate the...
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Science Fair Unit

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders explore the scientific method. After choosing an approved science fair project, 8th graders go through the scientific method process. Students gather information to analyze data and evaluate a conclusion. They write a...
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Skeletal Structures

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Students relate the location and the function of individual skeletal parts. Students identify and discuss skeletal differences between species. Students identify and define related terminology. Students individually complete a written...
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Red Mangroves Of Southern Florida

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students engage in a unit plan to examine the ecological background for the Mangroves of southern Florida. They conduct research using print and computer technology sources. They use the information in a number of other extension...
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Genetics

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students explain the difference between dominant and recessive genes, identify what causes differences in the traits of parents and their offspring, and explain how sex is determined. They will also improve their reading and...
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Aging & Body Changes

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students complete several activities that have to do with aging.  In this body changes lesson students take group averages, measure flexibility and see their changes over time.
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Classroom Identity

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students explore fingerprints. In this finger prints lesson, students investigate how to classify fingerprints. Students study large pictures of fingerprints and circle the patterns they know how to identify. Students then take their own...
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Supermarket Science: The King Sooper Lab

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students read product labels, compare fat, sodium, and sugar contents of various food items. They work with a partner and often employ the assistance of the deli and bakery managers in a supermarket.
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Our Lifeline Pump

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders, in groups, the exterior and interior of the human heart.
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How Does Human Respiration Relate to Radon?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine the role of human respiration and how it relates to radon. They identify damage to the lung from the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen. They work together to complete a lab activity and worksheet.
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Prosthetic Design

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers research characteristics of different body parts. Students design and sketch a prosthetic they developed. They share their idea with the class and complete a worksheet.
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The Breathtaking Nature of the Urban Explosion, Part 4

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars explore the respiratory system. They use a computer to monitor the respiratory rate of an individual. They determine residual oxygen levels in exhaled air. Students evaluate how internal 02 and C02 concentrations...
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Viruses and Host Evolution

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students research viruses and their effects on the evolution of a rabbit population. They complete a teacher created worksheet of questions on their research. They present their research to classmates.
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Mechanism of Our Eyes

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students study the eye as the organ of vision, They look at a drawing of the eyes and study the names of the parts. While working with a partner, they observe what happens when the lights are turned lower and lower. Finally, they look at...
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The Microscope

For Teachers 7th - 10th
In this microscope lesson students explore the compound light microscope. Students discover techniques concerning cleaning, storage and proper use of the microscope. Students discover the working parts of the compound light microscope as...
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What Sticks Can Make You Sick

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars study adhesins and their receptors.  In this science inquiry lesson students experiment to find adherence and use agglutination to identify adhesins. 
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Get Body Smart: Muscle Fiber Anatomy & Muscle Contraction Physiology

For Students 9th - 10th
Brought to you by Get Body Smart, students can learn about muscle fiber anatomy and muscle contraction physiology through this easy-to-access tutorial. Sections include Fiber Location and Composition, Nerve Supply to Muscle Fibers,...
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Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: Heart Anatomy

For Students 9th - 10th
Students learn the anatomy and physiology of the human heart through text readings, illustrated diagrams, and self-checking review questions at the end.
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Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: Physiology of Urine Formation

For Students 9th - 10th
Focus on the physiology of the urinary system, and discover that different parts of the nephron utilize specific processes to produce urine: filtration, reabsorption, and secretion. Learn how each of these processes works and where they...
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Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: Infant Adjustments Birth and Postnatal Stage

For Students 9th - 10th
In this module, discuss the importance of an infant's first breath, and the physiological event that take place.
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Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: The Adrenal Glands

For Students 9th - 10th
Students learn about the location and structure of the adrenal glands, and find out the physiological effects of the hormones produced there.
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Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: Organs With Secondary Endocrine Functions

For Students 9th - 10th
Students learn about the organs with a secondary endocrine function, the hormones they produce, and the effects on human physiology.
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Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: Hormones

For Students 9th - 10th
Students will find out about the three major classes of hormones on the basis of chemical structure, and learn the role they play in human physiology.

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