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The Virtual Electron Microscope
Students explore the world of the very small using a Flash plug-in Virtual Electron Microscope. They complete and discuss an activity in which unknown samples are placed under the computer simulated microscope to determine where the...
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Glucose
Young scholars conduct various experiments on glucose. In this biology lesson, students differentiate the process of diffusion and osmosis. They test different foods for the presence of glucose and starch.
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Exploring the Great Salt Lake
Third graders participate in a scavenger hunt, looking for things that are unique about the ecosystem in and around the lake. They observe and describe a variety of habitats and distinguish living and nonliving elements of...
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Gaia: The Wisdom of the Earth
Learners are introduced to Gaia theory of natural homeostasis. They graph Earth's temperatures over time, construct terrariums or monitor the outdoor environment. Related videos titles are suggested, but may be outdated. The objectives...
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Designer Genes
Pupils view a video on DNA. They discuss mitosis, meiosis and fertilization. They use strips of paper to simulate fertilization and analyze the genotype and phenotype of the combined chromosomes.
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Taxonomy
In this biology instructional activity, students complete a crossword puzzle with 39 questions on taxonomy. They identify the different classification systems used in biology.
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Understanding Cells
Learners identify and define several related vocabulary terms. Students complete a short lab and complete the questions. Learners create a cell crossword puzzle and play cell computer games through the included links.
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Cell Structure And Function
In this biology worksheet, students respond to 13 multiple choice questions related to cell structure and function. They identify which are microfilamets and which have a cell wall. Students also describe what chloroplasts are and their...
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The History of Life
In this history of life worksheet, students complete a crossword puzzle by figuring out the vocabulary words associated with the 11 clues given. Then students review how paleontologists use fossils to learn more about past living things...
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Nucleic Acid
In this chromosome worksheet students complete a crossword puzzle by answering questions on DNA, nucleic acids, nucleotides and RNA.
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Algae Experiments
Students describe the characteristics of algae. In this biology lesson, students perform a series of experiment to explore algae. They investigate the basic things algae need to survive.
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BIoluminescence
Students investigate the concept of bioluminescence. They use dinoflagellates in a lab situation to study photosynthesis. They conduct research into the concept using a variety of resources. Also the class is taken on a field trip to...
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BIO205-CH1- Intro Word Search
In this word search worksheet, students locate words related to biology. The word list includes protists, viruses, plants, spiral, and biotechnology.
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Zoology Word Search Puzzle
In this science worksheet, learners look for the words that are related to the concept of zoology that is reviewed in the sheet. They also acquire new vocabulary.
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Zoology
In this zoology word search, students find 30 words. This is a very difficult puzzle with complicated science vocabulary, but there is a word bank.
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The Human Cheek Cell
Students list the parts of cell theory and describe and define vocabulary. In this cell lesson students complete a handout that includes sketching a cell.
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Moore S Word Search Puzzle
For this literacy worksheet, students find the words that are in the word search puzzle that focus upon the vocabulary that is from the theme of the sheet.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] All cells are one of two types, prokaryotic or eukaryotic. Students will learn the structural differences between the two cells, be able to give examples, and...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Instructional videos, grade-level texts, study aids, and interactive activities about prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Watch videos, read grade-level texts, complete activities, and take assessments about prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Cell Division in Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] No matter what the cell, all cells come from preexisting cells through the process of cell division. This module provides an overview of cell division in prokaryotes...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Episd: Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Examine prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells to be able to distinguish between the two as well as be able to give examples of both cell types.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] There are two basic types of cells, prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells. The main difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells is that eukaryotic cells...
Vision Learning
Visionlearning: Prokaryote v. Eukaryote Cell Division
Visual representation of prokaryotic cell division compared to eukaryotic cell division.