| STANDARD B1: INQUIRY, REFLECTION, AND SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS B1.1 Scientific Inquiry Students will understand the nature of science and demonstrate an ability to practice scientifi c reasoning by applying it to the design, execution, and evaluation of scientific investigations. Students will demonstrate their understanding that scientific knowledge is gathered through various forms of direct and indirect observations and the testing of this information by methods including, but not limited to, experimentation. They will be able to distinguish between types of scientific knowledge (e.g., hypotheses, laws, theories) and become aware of areas of active research in contrast to conclusions that are part of established scientific consensus. They will use their scientific knowledge to assess the costs, risks, and benefits of technological systems as they make personal choices and participate in public policy decisions. These insights will help them analyze the role science plays in society, technology, and potential career opportunities. B1.1D Identify patterns in data and relate them to theoretical models. B1.1h Design and conduct a systematic scientific investigation that tests a hypothesis. Draw conclusions from data presented in charts or tables. B1.2 Scientific Reflection and Social Implications B1.2E Evaluate the future career and occupational prospects of science fields. B2.1 Transformation of Matter and Energy in Cells B2.1C Explain cell division, growth, and development as a consequence of an increase in cell number, cell size, and/or cell products. B2.1x Cell Differentiation B2.1d Describe how, through cell division, cells can become specialized for specific function. B2.1e Predict what would happen if the cells from one part of a developing embryo were transplanted to another part of the embryo. B2.5i Relate cell parts/organelles to their function. B4.2A Show that when mutations occur in sex cells, they can be passed on to offspring (inherited mutations), but if they occur in other cells, they can be passed on to descendant cells only (noninherited mutations). B4.3 Cell Division — Mitosis and Meiosis B4.3A Compare and contrast the processes of cell division (mitosis and meiosis), particularly as those processes relate to production of new cells and to passing on genetic information between generations. B4.3B Explain why only mutations occurring in gametes (sex cells) can be passed on to offspring. B4.3d Explain that the sorting and recombination of genes in sexual reproduction result in a great variety of possible gene combinations from the offspring of two parents. B4.3e Recognize that genetic variation can occur from such processes as crossing over, jumping genes, and deletion and duplication of genes. B4.3f Predict how mutations may be transferred to progeny. B4.3g Explain that cellular differentiation results from gene expression and/or environmental influence (e.g., metamorphosis, nutrition). B4.4a Describe how inserting, deleting, or substituting DNA segments can alter a gene. Recognize that an altered gene may be passed on to every cell that develops from it and that the resulting features may help, harm, or have little or no effect on the offspring's success in its environment. B4.4b Explain that gene mutation in a cell can result in uncontrolled cell division called cancer. Also know that exposure of cells to certain chemicals and radiation increases mutations and thus increases the chance of cancer. Copyright © 2001-2015 State of Michigan | |
