Saturday Review 5/21/11

Hi all,

For Saturday's review, I strongly recommend that you download and print the .pdf document found at the link below. It is only 14 pages, so you can print it on both sides and save a tree branch or 2. We will go over most of these questions and it may be very helpful to you to take notes on the print-out.

www.wjps.org/files/W1_cells_52111.pdf

See you tomorrow,

Mr. Speizer

April 15, 2011

Check your TeacherEase account regularly over the Spring Break to check your progress. If you are missing any projects, assignments, homework or labs - you MUST make sure to have them completed ASAP. This is exceptionally important in regards to the labs. A reminder that if you do not meet the NYS lab requirement of 1200 minutes of lab time by June 2011, you are not able to take the Regents Exam at that time. All labs are posted in the "LABS" section of the WJPS Living Environment Google Site which you can access from the class blog www.msmitsiadisblog.blogspot.com. It is your responsibility to make up this lab time! No one is printing out any new lab handouts for you - if you need one, print it out yourself.

April 14, 2011

1) Relationships and Biodiversity Lab 18-20 DUE TOMORROW. Success Criteria Checklist for the lab:
-Questions 1 & 2 on page 2 answered in detailed and complete sentences.
-Paper Chromatography (Test 4) stapled to page 3.
-DNA Strips (green, yellow, pink & blue) stapled to lab for Test 6.
-Test 7 DNA transcription and translation fully complete (pg. 5) and question at the bottom of pg. 5 answered in complete and detailed sentences.
-Table 1 (pg.7) fully complete (detailed and specific).
-Table 2 (pg. 8) fully complete.
-Analysis Questions #1-6 answered in complete and detailed sentences on loose leaf paper and stapled to back of lab package.

2) Relationships & Biodiversity Regents Practice Questions Handout due tomorrow.

April 13, 2011

Lab 18-20 Relationships & Biodiversity: Complete ALL tests (1-7) including Table 1 and Table 2 for tomorrow. You do not have to complete the analysis questions tonight. Make sure to bring your lab with you to class.

April 11. 2011

If you are missing lab work from 1st or 2nd term - you must ensure that you complete and hand them in ASAP. The end of term is approaching quickly. Furthermore, if you have not completed any major projects/assignments the same holds true.

April 7/8, 2011

1) In the LE Review Guide, read pages 41-43 and complete questions 8-22 on pages 43-45 in your sourcebook. Due on Monday, April 11, 2011.

2) If you have not completed and handed in the online DNA Fingerprinting Lab, please do so ASAP.

April 4/5, 2011

Lab 17: DNA Online Fingerprinting Lab due on Wednesday, April 6, 2011. Lab handout can be accessed on the Living Environment Google Site in the Labs or DNA section and the link for the lab site is: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/sheppard/lab01.html

April 1, 2011

In the LE Review Guide, read pages 39-40 and complete the Review Questions #1-7. Due Monday, April 4th.

March 31, 2011

1) Test on cell division (mitosis & meiosis), asexual and sexual reproduction, male and female reproductive organs/functions, embryonic and fetal development and the birth process - Friday, April 1, 2011.

Study tools to use: LE Review guide Regents Practice questions, sourcebook (do now questions, work period tasks, etc.), Reproduction Practice Regents Package (see previous post for answer key) and Reproduction/Pregnancy CRQs.

2) In the LE Review Guide, read pages 39-40 and complete the Review Questions #1-7. Due Monday, April 4th.

March 29/30, 2011

Test on cell division (mitosis & meiosis), asexual and sexual reproduction, male and female reproductive organs/functions, embryonic and fetal development and the birth process - Friday, April 1, 2011.

Study tools to use: LE Review guide Regents Practice questions, sourcebook (do now questions, work period tasks, etc.), Reproduction Practice Regents Package and Reproduction/Pregnancy CRQs.

Reproduction Practice Regents Questions Package Answer Key:
1) 1 6) 2 11) 3
2) 4 7) 3 12) 4
3) 1 8) 4 13) 1
4) 4 9) 2 14) 3
5) 3 10)1 15) 1

16) Yes, the physical abnormalities, such as low birth weight and small brain are
73 and 33 percent for drinkers in comparison to 12 and 0 percent for non drinkers. (Evidence you provide can vary but must come directly from the data table.)
17) Additional data needed would be further information regarding other activities the mother may engage in, age of the mother, other health issues, etc.
18) Embryonic Development (cell differentiation) and Organ Development occurs at this stage.
19) -similarity: both produce cells
-difference: asexual produces genetically identical cells &sexual produces
non identical
-example of asexually reproducing organism: amoeba, hydra, etc.
-example of sexually reproducing organism: human, dog, etc.

March 28, 2011

1) Reproduction Regents Practice Questions Package - Due tomorrow.

2) Test on cell division (mitosis & meiosis), asexual and sexual reproduction, male and reproductive organs/functions, embryonic and fetal development and the birth process - Friday, April 1, 2011. The above homework package is good review for the test and we will also be doing more practice in class with other regents questions.

March 25, 2011

In the LE Review Guide read pages 61-63. Complete the Regents Review Questions
on page 64 #32-44. Due Monday, March 28, 2011.

March 24, 2011

Lab 16: Human Fetal Development due tomorrow (Friday, March 25, 2011). You must ensure that the data table, 2 graphs and the analysis & conclusion questions are fully complete to receive lab credit.

March 22, 2011

Daily review of class notes and class work. Make sure you are clear and understand concepts of mitosis, meiosis and embryonic development, which we have just covered.

March 21, 2011

1) In the LE Review Guide read page 59 and complete review questions 22-31 on page 60. Due tomorrow.

2) Check out the video links to the right entitled 'Nova Life's Greatest Miracle'. There are several short videos on early, embryonic and fetal development.

March 17, 2011

1) In the LE Review Guide, read pages 55-58 and complete the Review Questions
#11-21 on pages 58/59. Due Monday.
2) Complete the handout on Mitosis and Meiosis. Due Monday.
The handout will be collected and review questions checked in class on Monday.

March 15, 2011

In the LE Review Guide, read pages 53 and 54 and complete review questions #1-10. Due tomorrow.

March 11, 2011

Study for Body Systems TEST - Test on Monday, March 14, 2011. Use your sourcebook, Body Systems Regents Practice questions, the LE Review guide (pages 29-33 AND pages 8-12, including the review questions on these pages), and the Immune System CRQs that we have worked on (these can be found on the Immune System PowerPoint located on the WJPS Living Environment Google site, which you can access through the link to the right on this class blog under the 'Body Systems' section).

March 9, 2011

1) In the LE Review Guide, read over pages 29-32 on the immune system. Complete the Review Questions #54-69 on pages 32/33. Due Friday. We will go over these and the Body Systems Review Package on Friday.

2) Body Systems Test on Monday, March 14, 2011. Use your sourcebook, LE Review Guide pages 8-12 and pages 29-33, and the body systems review package to study. ALL the questions that will be on the test you have encountered before, either as Do Now questions, review questions or as in class assignments/examples.

March 7, 2011

No new homework tonight. If you are missing any projects or labs please make sure to complete them in full and hand them in ASAP.

March 4, 2011

Nervous System Lab (Lab #15): Make sure that you have all the distance data and reaction times completed, including totals and averages. Complete the conclusion questions in detailed and clear sentences. DUE Monday, March 7, 2011.

March 3, 2011

No homework tonight as we are working on the lab in class.

March 2, 2011

Body Systems Regents Practice Questions Package - try all questions to the best of your ability. You may use your review guide and online resources to help you if needed. DUE tomorrow.

February 28 & March 1, 2011

Glogster Body Systems Project Presentations will occur on Tuesday and Wednesday. Each presentation MUST consist of:
1) Sharing your glog via the projector.
2) Sharing the review questions your group created with the class.
3) Each individual group member sharing their portion of the research. You must prepare your portion of the presentation by writing notes on index cards or a piece of paper to guide you in your presentation.
4) Going over the review questions with the class.
5) Leading a TAG (tell me what you like, ask questions and give suggestions) discussion after your presentation.

February 18, 2011

1) Blood Diseases Lab #14 due on Monday, February 28, 2011.

2) Any Glogster Body Systems Projects that have not been fully completed are now overdue. You MUST have them fully complete ASAP.

February 9,10,11, 2011

Body Systems Glogster Project: Gather research for your project. Make sure to record your resources and take notes in your own words. I will be checking research on Monday, therefore you must have something to show that you are progressing. You only have 2 more class periods to work on the project in class. Project due: Friday, February 18, 2011.

February 8, 2011

BODY SYSTEMS GLOGSTER PROJECT: Begin to work on your research for the project. Make sure to keep a list of resources (internet and print based that you use) and gather your notes in your sourcebook. Visit the glogster site (www.glogster.com) to get an idea what you will be working with to represent your research. Do not register or begin your glog as we will be using the educational site linked.

February 7, 2011

In the LE Review Guide, read pages 8-12 and complete the review questions #36-45 on page 12. Due Tuesday, February 8, 2011.

February 2/3, 2011

Cellular Transport and Communication Test on Friday, February 4th. Concepts to review include: cell membrane (structure and function), passive transport (diffusion and osmosis), active transport, effects of osmosis (hypertonic, hypotonic and isotonic solutions), diffusion through a membrane lab (part 1 and part 2), and cellular communication (receptors & chemical signals).

February 1, 2011

1) Diffusion/Osmosis Regents questions on handout due tomorrow. Make sure to complete both sides of the handout.

2) Cellular Transport and Communication Test on Thursday or Friday of this week. Includes passive and active transport, and the diffusion through a membrane lab.

January 24, 2011

Diffusion Through a Membrane Lab: Complete all parts of the lab (Parts 1, 2, and Analysis Questions including all sketches and descriptions throughout data sections). Due Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at the start of class.

January 21, 2011

Diffusion Through a Membrane Lab Part 1: Complete questions 1-7 on pages 4 and 5 of the lab packet. You MUST have this complete on Monday, January 24th. Make sure to bring your lab packet to class with you as you will need it to complete the rest of the lab.

January 20, 2011

Diffusion Through a Membrane Lab Part 1: Complete questions 1-7 on pages 4 and 5 of the lab packet. Due tomorrow. Make sure to bring your lab packet to class with you as you will need it for part 2 of the lab. Reminder that we will be meeting in Ms. Cimini's room 356 tomorrow.

January 18/19, 2011

15 question quiz on Thursday, January 20, 2011 on the structure and function of the plasma membrane, Passive Transport (diffusion & osmosis) and Active Transport.

January 14, 2011

In the LE Review Guide, read pages 5-7 and complete questions 20-35 on pages 7/8. Due Tuesday, January 18th.

January 10, 2011

Lab 10: Cellular Respiration Lab is NOW overdue. If you have not written/typed your lab report in full and handed it in, you MUST do so ASAP. Remember that your ability to take the June Regents Exam relies on your completion of the lab requirement AND your successfully meeting the curriculum standards. See the guidelines for the lab in posts below.

January 7, 2011

Lab 10: Cellular Respiration Lab Report attached to handout due Monday, January 10th, 2011.

Your lab report must include:

Lab Title
Purpose (what we will be observing in the lab; summarize the lab objectives in your own words)
Materials (list of equipment used)
Procedure (list all 6 steps as found on the handout)
Data Table (include a title and detailed observations; use a ruler)
Observations (optional for extra credit; include labeled drawings of your results)
Discussion & Conclusion (see below for guidelines)
Responses to the analysis and conclusion questions 1-5 in complete and detailed sentences.

Discussion & Conclusion Guidelines:
1a) How does bromothymol blue indicate for carbon dioxide?
b) How does this link to cellular respiration?
2a) How should temperature affect carbon dioxide production?
b) Did your results agree with this?
3a) What errors could have occurred that may affect your results?
b) What changes could you make to improve the experiment to make it more valid if
repeated?

January 6, 2011

1) RESPOND to the following Regents Question on loose leaf paper or you may post your response on the blog. Be sure to sign your post with your first name and initial of your last name, and your class period. Due Friday, January 7th, 2011.

Describe the cycling of carbon in an ecosystem. In your answer be sure to:

-identify the inorganic carbon compound that is obtained by plants from the environment [1]
-identify the process plants use to form more complex organic molecules from this carbon compound [1]
-describe how herbivores use these complex organic molecules [1]
-identify the process herbivores use to return carbon to the environment [1]

2) Lab 10: Cellular Respiration Lab Report attached to handout due Monday, January 10th, 2011. Your lab report must include:
Lab Title
Purpose (what we will be observing in the lab; summarize the lab objectives in your own words)
Materials (list of equipment used)
Procedure (list all 6 steps as found on the handout)
Data Table (include a title and detailed observations; use a ruler)
Observations (optional for extra credit; include labeled drawings of your results)
Discussion & Conclusion (see below for guidelines)
Responses to the analysis and conclusion questions 1-5 in complete and detailed sentences.

Discussion & Conclusion Guidelines:
1a) How does bromothymol blue indicate for carbon dioxide?
b) How does this link to cellular respiration?
2a) How should temperature affect carbon dioxide production?
b) Did your results agree with this?
3a) What errors could have occurred that may affect your results?
b) What changes could you make to improve the experiment to make it more valid if
repeated?

January 4, 2011

RESPOND to the following Regents Question on loose leaf paper or you may post your response on the blog. Be sure to sign your post with your first name and initial of your last name, and your class period. DUE tomorrow, January 5th.

REGENTS QUESTION: Describe the function of organelle X, pictured above, and explain how it is important to the survival of the cell. In your answer, be sure to:
• identify organelle X [1]
• state the process that this organelle performs [1]
• identify the two raw materials that are needed for this process to occur [1]
• identify one molecule produced by this organelle and explain why it is important to the organism [2]