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Goal 6

The learner will develop an understanding of the unity and diversity of life.

Objective 6.05

Examine the structure and function of plants and animals.

Analyze reproduction, growth, and development.

Patterns
Adaptations (e.g. alternation of generations).
Regulation as by hormones.

Recommended laboratory - Transpiration
Analyze structural, physiological, and behavioral adaptations.

Cell level.
Tissue level.
Organ level.
Interactions between levels of organization.

Recommended laboratories - Physiology of the Circulatory System, Animal Behavior
Identify responses to the environment.

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Transpiration lab: In this activity, your students will observe the process of transpiration. They will determine the rate of transpiration for one plant branch.; Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science); By Sadie Buie, James Caldwell, Jeanette Fredericks, Janice Shue, Katie Wadsworth, and Tracy Watson.

Termites, ink pens and pheromones: Students will investigate the behavior of termites to understand and use the scientific method.; Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science); By Jacki Clark.

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Watch your thoughts! Diagnostic imaging and the brain: This lesson provides students with a brief introduction to various diagnostic imaging technologies used in brain research. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science); Provided by: American Association for the Advancement of Science

Transplant: Students use the internet to learn about the workings and anatomy of the heart and new medical techniques that help people live longer, healthier lives. Students then use their knowledge to discuss controversial issues surrounding heart transplants. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science); Provided by: American Association for the Advancement of Science

Changing lifestyles and heart health: Students examine and evaluate changes in diet and lifestyle from prehistoric to modern times and how these differences have spurred the development (and better treatment) of heart disease. Students also critically examine their own diets. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science); Provided by: American Association for the Advancement of Science

Cell communication: In order to better understand the importance of effective cell-to-cell communication, students will examine various diseases in which faulty cell communication negatively impacts the entire community of cells and in effect, normal total body functioning. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science); Provided by: American Association for the Advancement of Science

The allergy chronicles: Students use the internet to explore how the immune system functions in a variety of allergic reactions. (Learn more); Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science); Provided by: American Association for the Advancement of Science

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