Introduction to Biology II
Unit 1 Objectives
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Define anatomy and physiology
Create a model of the levels of organization of living organisms, defining each level
List and describe the characteristics of life
Differentiate between necrosis and apoptosis
Explain why cell death is an integral part of life
Brainstorm the requirements for life
Define homeostasis
Conduct a quick experiment regarding exercise and heart rate in order to explain and
demonstrate homeostasis
Recognize the difference between positive and negative feedback mechanisms/pathways
Discuss how homeostasis relates to each of the body systems and what can happen if it goes
wrong
Apply your knowledge of homeostasis to the human body’s metabolism of glucose
Define anabolic and catabolic
Formulate a claim relating to a possible wrongful death case study involving homeostasis and
osmosis
Locate body cavities and membranes on models and diagrams
Diagram relative positions and planes
Match specific medical and applied sciences with their appropriate definition (ex: cardiology is
the branch of medical science dealing with the heart and heart diseases)
Dissect an alien life form to practice proper lab safety, performance, and housekeeping
procedures
Label the parts of a microscope and describe their functions
Prepare a wet mount slide of “alien” tissue and analyze it under a microscope
Perform a pH test on the “alien” fluids
Build a model of an atom, representing each subatomic particle with provided materials
Compare and contrast the properties of subatomic particles
Calculate the number of subatomic particles in an atom
Alter their model to represent various elements using the periodic table
Use and apply the periodic table
Recognize the difference between ions and isotopes
Analyze texts to determine how radioactive isotopes are used in medicine or how they can
affect human health
State the structural characteristics of each of the major families of biological macromolecules
Recognize the function of each of the major families or macromolecules
NGSS:
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HS-LS1-2 Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting
systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms
HS-LS1-3 Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence that feedback mechanisms
maintain homeostasis
Common Core:
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RST.11-12.1 Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of science and technical texts,
attending to important distinctions the author makes and to any gaps or inconsistencies in the
account.
RST.11-12.2 Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; summarize complex concepts,
processes, or information presented in a text by paraphrasing them in simpler but still accurate
terms.
RST.11-12.3 Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words
and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 11-12
texts and topics.
RST.11-12.7 Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats
and media (e.g., quantitative data, video, multimedia) in order to address a question or solve a
problem.
WHST.11-12.1A Introduce precise, knowledgeable claim(s), establish the significance of the
claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization
that logically sequences the claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
WHST.11-12.1D Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the
norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.
WHST.11-12.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and
style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
WHST.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing,
rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific
purpose and audience.
WHST.11-12.6 Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update
individual or shared writing products in response to ongoing feedback, including new arguments
or information.
*Not every part of the standards listed above will be completed within this unit. Many of these
standards will be addressed multiple times in multiple lessons throughout the year.