Category: Worksheets
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Analyzing Data – Snake Detection Hypothesis (CER)
Explore the snake detection hypothesis by reading about a study and identify claim and evidence.
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Analyzing Data – Explore Features of Biomes
Practice analyzing data from graphs in this exercise. There are several graphs that show precipitation and temperature of nine major biomes of the world.
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Investigating Algae Blooms and Dinoflagellates
Explore data on algae blooms by creating a heat map revealing changes in algae over time. Discuss the role that humans have on algae growth.
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Ecology Case Study – The Wolves of Isle Royale
Case study explores the interactions of wolves and moose on Isle Royale. Students examine data on population growth and spinal deformities caused by inbreeding.
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Investigation: DNA, Proteins, and Mutations
Explore DNA mutations by transcribing and translating DNA code. Changes in the code result in point mutations, frameshift, and nonsense mutations.
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Color Mutant Homeobox Genes in Drosophila
Students color an image of a fruit fly showing the locations of Hox gene expression. Worksheet includes descriptions of known mutations, like Ubx and Antp.
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Multiple Allele Traits in Rabbit Coat Color
Students practice genetics of multiple allele traits as they study coat colors in rabbits: black, chinchilla, Himalayan, white.
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Label the Arteries and Veins of the Circulatory System
Students label a basic drawing of the arteries and veins using a word list. Students are encouraged to mentally map the vessels rather than memorize drawings.
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Updated Case – A Tiny Heart (Ross Procedure)
Case study exploring a heart defect in a newborn. Baby Lucas first undergoes balloon dilation to improve blood flow and later has his valve replaced.