Honors Biology
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The Cell Unit
Chapters 7,10/11,8/9
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Cell Theory
Cell Types
Cell Structures and Functions
Cell Membrane and Function
 Cell Growth and Division
o Mitosis and Meiosis
 Cancer
 Photosynthesis
 Cellular Respiration
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Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
Identify and describe cell structures and functions.
Identify components of the cell membrane and their functions.
Name the events of the cell cycle.
Describe what happens during the four phases of mitosis.
State the reason regulators are important in the cell cycle.
Differentiate between normal cells and cancer cells.
Summarize the events of meiosis.
Explain how cells use energy.
Describe the two reactions that occur in photosynthesis.
List the steps that are involved in the Calvin Cycle.
Describe the processes of the Kreb's cycle and ETC.
Essential Vocabulary:
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prokaryote
eukaryote
organelles
nucleus
mitochondria
cell membrane
cell wall
nucleolus
chromatin
chromosome
nuclear envelope
nuclear pore
ribosome
 endoplasmic
reticulum
 golgi apparatus
 chloroplast
 lysosome
 vacuole
 cytoplasm
 diffusion/osmosis
 fluid mosaic model
 passive
transport/active
transport
 carrier protein
 protein channel
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 endocytosis/exocyto
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 vesicle
 lipid bi-layer
 phospholipids
 cholesterol
 cell cycle
 cancer
 regulators
 stem cells
 ATP/ADP
 Photosynthesis
 cellular respiration
 If you unsure on how to complete any assignment, please ask!!
C-Layer (65 pts min. / 115 pts max)
Points
Possible
Assignments
C#1: Choose one assignment from below to complete:
Complete “Cell City Analogy” Wksht – on my webpage
Make a comic strip/funny cartoon about five organelles of your choice
(plain paper/color)
Make 20 question quiz w/answers (on separate page) about ‘Cell Structures
& Functions’ (incorporate 3 different types of questions)
Write a rap song that explains the structure and functions of either
plant/animal cells (or you may use the “Cell Theory Rap”) and make a music
video or jam out live for the class for Extra Credit!!
Write an original story/poem with all the organelles of a cell as characters
– include functions
Make a color drawing of plant cells vs. animal cells, clearly show their
differences, labeling all parts with name and function using a key/legend
(plain paper)
Make 3-D models of a Plant and Animal Cell with labels clearly show their
differences
7-2 Section Assessment or Outline
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C#2: Choose one assignment from below to complete:
Build a 3-D model of the fluid mosaic model of the cell membrane - include
all parts and function with a key
Make a poster of the cell membrane – labeling/color-coding all parts with
name and function with a key/legend (plain paper/color)
In a paragraph, explain the role that polarity plays in the membrane’s
ability to be selective
Make a list of 10 common household objects that are selectively
permeable. For each object listed, provide an explanation
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C#3: Choose one assignment from below to complete:
Write a story/poem that compares and contrasts osmosis and diffusion
Make a comic strip about Diffusion/Osmosis (plain paper/color)
Create a chart, including pictures/drawings, comparing types of passive
transport and types of active transport
7-3 Section Assessment or Outline
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Points
Received
C#4: Choose one assignment from below to complete:
Make a 20 question quiz w/answers (on separate page) about cell division be sure to incorporate 3 different types of questions
Create a flowchart on cell division – be sure to include what occurs in each
phase of mitosis and cytokinesis and pictures/drawings
Make a flip book of pages of sequential drawings that demonstrate the cell
cycle – must be in color and include labels
Create a color poster depicting each stage of cell cycle - be sure label
parts and describe what is happening in each stage
10 - 2 Section Assessment or Outline
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C#5: Choose one assignment from below to complete:
Construct a foldable on the phases of meiosis – Refer to template sheet up
front – label parts of cells during phase and phase - must be in color
Draw the steps of Meiosis as separate diagrams - Label and describe all
cell parts involved and what is occurring in each step and must be in color
Create a flipbook of sequential drawings that demonstrate Meiosis Include labels of cell parts involved and must be in color.
Diagram the movement of chromosomes in a cell during each of the stages
of meiosis – only need pics of chromosomes here
11-4 Section Assessment or Outline
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C#6: Choose one assignment from below to complete:
Make a concept map using Goal 9 Notes
Make a 3-D model of the ATP-ADP process (show storing and using of
energy)
Write a paragraph on how energy is released in a cell
8-1 Section Assessment or Outline
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C#7: Choose one assignment from below to complete:
Make a flowchart of steps of photosynthesis briefly describing each step
of each light and dark reactions
Write an original story/poem about photosynthesis – include all steps of
each light and dark reactions
Construct a detailed colored poster on photosynthesis – be sure to include
and describe each step in both light and dark reactions
Construct a 3-D model of the steps of photosynthesis – be sure to include
and describe each step - can use 3-D objects on posterboard
Make a concept map using Goal 10 Notes – cannot use on in notes
8-3 Section Assessment or Outline
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C#8: Choose one assignment from below to complete:
Make a flowchart of the steps of cellular respiration briefly describing
each step
Write an original story/poem about cellular respiration – include all steps
Construct a detailed color poster on cellular respiration
Construct a 3-D model of the steps of cellular respiration – be sure to
include and describe each step - can use 3-D objects on posterboard
Make a concept map using Goal 11 Notes
Chapter 9 Assessment
Energy in a Cell Crossword – on my webpage
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C#9: Choose one assignment from below to complete:
Chapter 7,10,8/9 Outline from textbook
Study Cards - use Goal 1 - 11 Notes
Chapter 7,10,8,9 Assessment (1st page only of each assessment)
Make study guide using Goal 1- 11 Notes – objective list on my webpage
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B-Layer (100 pts min. / 120 pts max)
B#1: Choose one assignments from below to complete:
Cell parts Matching
B#2: Choose one assignments from below to complete :
Compare the workers in a factory to the organelles of a cell by drawing a
poster showing the factory workers labeled with the comparable cellular
organelles (full poster w/color)
Create an ad campaign for one of the organelles. Assume you are selling it
to aliens who wish to visit earth. What good will it do them? Why do they
need it? Why is it the best organelle to have? Presentation ideas: poster
(1/2 size), video tape, musical jingle, ppt.
Make a PowerPoint presentation about “Cell Structure & their Functions”
(at least 10 slides/color/animations/pictures) – email me assignment
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B#3: Choose one assignments from below to complete:
Cell Microscope Lab
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B#4: Choose one assignments from below to complete:
Normal/Plasmolyzed Cells Lab
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B#5: Choose one assignments from below to complete:
Draw a four frame cartoon of the cell cycle. Make sure to creatively tell the
story of the cell cycle using cartoon figures. (plain paper/color)
Make a PowerPoint depicting interphase, each stage of mitosis and cytokinesis
(at least 10 slides/color/pictures) - email me assignment
Observing the Phases of the Cell Cycle – internet activity – on my webpage
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B#6: Complete the following assignment
Modeling Meiosis
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B#7: Complete the following assignment
Virtual Lab: Light Intensity, Wavelength and Photosynthesis – on my webpage
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B#8: Complete the following assignment
Exercise and Cellular Respiration
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A-Layer (50 pts min. / 50 pts max)
Complete an ‘A-Layer Assignment Sheet’ on a topic below, then report
your research information in a 3-pg typed report, poster OR
PowerPoint (Refer to rubrics for more info)
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Research the stem cell issue. Present both sides (for/against) of the issue. Then, share
your opinion on this issue.
Research a specific disorder that is caused by problems with the plasma membrane of
cells. Once you have enough information to relay to the public, design an informative
pamphlet that can be distributed in doctors’ offices.
What exactly is cholesterol? What type of bio-molecule is it? Why is it so important to
our health? What are the major types of cholesterol? Why is too much cholesterol bad for
us? What is the role played by cholesterol in the plasma membrane?
Research a specific type of cancer. Tell about the disease, its cause, how it is treated and
what can be done to prevent it.
Assessments (Tests & Quizzes)
Cell Parts Quiz
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