Unit 2
SB2. Students will analyze how biological traits are passed on to successive generations.
a. Distinguish between DNA and RNA.
b. Explain the role of DNA in storing and transmitting cellular information.
c. Using Mendel’s laws, explain the role of meiosis in reproductive variability.
d. Describe the relationships between changes in DNA and potential appearance of new traits including Alterations during replication.
-Insertions
-Deletions
-Substitutions
-Mutagenic factors that can alter DNA.
-High energy radiation (x-rays and ultraviolet) Chemical
e. Compare the advantages of sexual reproduction and asexual reproduction in different situations.
Some Content PowerPoints
http://www.sciencegeek.net/Biology/Powerpoints.shtml
See ppts for Unit 3: Meiosis, ALL of Units 4 and 5
http://www.sciencegeek.net/Biology/Powerpoints.shtml
See ppts for Unit 3: Meiosis, ALL of Units 4 and 5
DNA Extraction
Virtual DNA lab:
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/labs/extraction/_
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/labs/extraction/_
Meiosis
Meiosis Notes with pictures:
http://www.learningliftoff.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/HS-Science-Meiosis-402745_VHS_BIO_03_30_105_ANI_meiosisI_II.swf |
Meiosis CellsAlive
http://www.cellsalive.com/meiosis_js.htm |
Meiosis Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vA8aMpHwYh0 |
Amoeba Sisters Meiosis
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toWK0fIyFlY&feature=youtu.be |
Amoeba Sisters Chromosome Numbers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcz1FOWw0Cg&feature=youtu.be |
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