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Exploring Structure and Function in Biological Systems

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Students examine different levels of organization in biological systems for structure and function relationships.  In this biological systems lesson, students use Internet resources to look at structure and function in the eye, the cell, protein synthesis, and sickle cell anemia.  Resources and detailed instructions are provided. 

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protein synthesis, protein, sickle cell anemia

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biological systems, cell structure and function, cow eye, protein synthesis, sickle cell anemia, science
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Duration
4 days
Instructional Strategy
Simulation
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