Biology
Biology is the study of the living world, including microscopic organisms, fungi, plants, and animals. In Biology it is important to attempt to understand life and life processes, with a heavy emphasis on observation and inquiry, as well as laboratory skills. This biology course is designed to introduce the principles and concepts that define life at all levels of organization. Our study begins by examining those general characteristics that are shared by all living things, including similarities in chemistry, energy usage, reproduction, and community involvement. Other themes developed as the course progresses include: The Nature of Science; Cells and Microbiology; Genetics, Heredity, and Biotechnology; Evolution and Natural Selection; Human Anatomy and Physiology; and Ecology.
Laboratory investigations that include the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, laboratory apparatus and technologies, experimental procedures, and safety procedures are an integral part of this course. Students at this level will be in the lab or field, collecting data every week. Laboratory investigations will help all students to develop a growing understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills to calibrate and troubleshoot equipment used to make observations
Biology I
Biology I - Course Syllabus
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Classroom Expectations - Biology
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Science Daily Journals Form
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Requirements of a Lab Report
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Article Abstract 0
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Article Abstract 1
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Article Abstract 2
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Arizona 9-12th Grade Science Standards
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Scientific Method
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Introduction to Biology
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Introduction to Life on Earth
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Soils and Biology
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Soils Analysis & Experimental Technique
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Soil Analysis Lab Procedures
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Soil Analysis Sample Lab Results
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Basic Chemistry and Biochemistry
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What is pH
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Biochemistry Lab Acids and Bases
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Biology Lab - Invisible Life at Odyssey
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Biology Lecture Notes - Cell Theory
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Biology Lecture Notes - Cell Reproduction
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Biology Lecture Notes - Evolution and Natural Selection
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Biology Lecture Notes - Genetics and Heredity
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The Process of Mitosis Illustrated, click here
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Petri Dish Setup Guide (.tif file), click here
Biology II - Scientific Method Review
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Biology II - Evolution and Natural Selection Review
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Biology II - Cell Theory Review
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Biology II - Microbiology Review
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Biology II - Classification & Taxonomy Review
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Biology II - Community Ecology
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Biology II - Ecology - Ecosystem Energy Flow
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Miscellaneous Stuff
Arizona Feature Map
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The Parts of a Mushroom
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Cell Organelles Image
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Adapt and Survive Activity
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Lab Techniques Observations of Living Primate Behavior and Morphology Biology
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Primates and Primate Evolution Biology Lecture Notes
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Human Biology Biology Lecture Notes
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