Thursday, January 2, 2014

Biology 1/6-1/10

Objective this week:  To learn and understand what chromosomes are, the differences between haploid and diploid cells, and advantages of both sexual and asexual reproduction.  Begin discussing cellular division.

Monday
Introduction to chromosomes, genes, and sexual vs asexual reproduction.  Discuss chromosome structure, genotype vs phenotype, and asexual reproduction

Tuesday
Discuss/review reproductive strategies and key advantages to both processes.  Look at chromosome counts from different animals/organisms.

Wednesday
Continue discussion on reproductive strategies and success

Thursday
Begin discussing mitosis and the importance of cellular division.  Explain the four steps of mitosis, as well as interphase.

Friday
Review mitosis; modular activity today over mitosis.  Due Tuesday of next week.