This Week in Biology (Nov 2-6)

 In Biology, Scholars Prep Science - 7th Grade
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Dear Parents and students,

Recently someone lost their life as a result of CRISPR technology that allows additions to the genetic code of an organism or individual.  Making changes to our genes can have effects that were not anticipated.  Biotech is increasingly becoming a major issue today.  Your students are exploring what we know of Biology and they very well may be the next bioloists, geneticists and doctors.  But there is so much that we still do not know. What regulations should be put in place to govern the direction of this complicated science and what does your student belive is ethical? A casual discussion about biotechnology could be a good family past time.  HAHA

SCIENCE FAIR AND STEM FEST CHOICE DEADLINE:  NOV 4
Parents please discuss your student’s choice.  Students go here to make your choice:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeK-FDTdKvFarlgVRU2V6wwaeBv9w2fnrPIJPUJn0losuKa9A/viewform

Here is our class schedule for the week:

Read 4.2  DNA

Notes and Practice: 4.3  DNA Structure and Replication

DNA Replication Lab

 

Notes and Practice: 4.4  RNA

Dna Review Packet

SCINECE FAIR TOPIC!!

 

Read: 4.5  Transcription

Notes and Practice:  4.7  Translation

Finish DNA Review Packet

 

Read: 4.8  Mutation

Notes and Practice: 4.9  Mutation Causes

Read: 4.10  Mutation Effects

Beneficial vs Harmful Mutations 200 word essay.

In order for evolution to be constructive, it is assumed there must be beneficial mutations.  Research beneficial and harmful mutations.  What are they? Are most mutations beneficial or harmful?  What is the impact of generations of harmful mutations?

Cultural Fair

Instructional videos for each day are found in your CK-12 reading.
All Practices must be completed with at least 80% accuracy to receive credit.
All work is due Friday by 3:30 PM

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I would love to hear any feedback or questions you or your student may have.  Feel free to contact me via email at any time.

Thank you again for sharing your wonderful student with us this year,

Chris Newton
Biology
San Tan Charter High School
cnewton@santancharterschool.com