Tag: advanced

  • Investigation:  Cellular Respiration

    Investigation: Cellular Respiration

    Students set up respirometers to measure the oxygen consumption of germinating peas in cold and warm water, and compared to a living organism.

  • Investigation:  How Can a Microscope Be Used to Make Observations?

    Investigation: How Can a Microscope Be Used to Make Observations?

    Activity begins with an overview of different types of microscopes. Students learn to focus objectives, measure the viewing field, and create a wet mount.

  • Chi Square Analysis

    Chi Square Analysis

    The new Advanced Placement Biology curriculum includes a few topics on statistical analysis under the section on Science Practices: “Students can use mathematics appropriately.”  Most introductory level biology classes (freshman) do not include these lessons because it can be difficult with students who haven’t advanced very far in algebra.   Seniors in  AP Biology should…