This Week in Biology (Nov 8-12)

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

Our biotechnology Fair was a success.  The students learned to have an informed debate by researching and preparing arguments based on their research.  They did a great job!  Now we will look at DNA again and go a bit deeper.  We will also start preparing for the Science Fair.

Here is our class schedule for next 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
Choose between Science Fair and Stem Fest!!!
Science Fair / STEM Fest Choice Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPHtemdAPdYkShNV3YA886Kphya1oRe0vzXwA40gUKHUUq9g/viewform

Read: 4.5 Transcription
Notes and Practice: 4.7 Translation
Finish DNA Review Packet
Choose between Science Fair and Stem Fest!!!
Science Fair / STEM Fest Choice Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPHtemdAPdYkShNV3YA886Kphya1oRe0vzXwA40gUKHUUq9g/viewform

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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?

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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