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The Cell

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Students study the basic processes by which cells divide and transfer their genetic information. They recognize and distinguish possible inherited traits and through the discovery method of the facts and principles of inheritance.  this comprehensive lesson contains a lot of information and teacher resource content

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cell structure, cells, heredity

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9th - 12th
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Science
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