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4. Cell Types Classify different cell types (of plant/animal tissues) and
Week 2
specify the function(s) of each
5. Cell Modifications Describe some cell modifications that lead to adaptation to Week 2
carry out specialized functions (e.g., microvilli, root hair)
6. Cell Cycle Characterize the phases of the cell cycle and their control Week3
a. Mitosis points
b. Meiosis Describe the stages of mitosis/meiosis given 2n=6
Week 3

Explain the significance or applications of mitosis/meiosis Week 4
Identify disorders and diseases that result from the
Week 4
malfunction of the cell during the cell cycle
7. Transport Mechanisms 2. construct a cell membrane Describe the structural components of the cell membrane Week 5
a. Simple Diffusion model from indigenous or Relate the structure and composition of the cell
b. Facilitated Transport recyclable materials membrane to its function Week 5
c. Active Transport Explain transport mechanisms in cells (diffusion osmosis,
d. Bulk/Vesicular facilitated transport, active transport) Week 6
Transport Differentiate exocytosis and endocytosis Week 6
Structures and Functions Describe the components of an enzyme Week 7
of Biological Molecules: Explain oxidation/reduction reactions Week 7
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Proteins
Enzymes Determine how factors such as pH, temperature, and
Nucleic Acids substrate affect enzyme activity Week 7

Note: This could be
moved to second quarter.
nd
2 1. ATP- ADP Cycle Explain coupled reaction processes and describe the role of
Week 1
Quarter 2. Photosynthesis ATP in energy coupling and transfer
3. Respiration Explain the importance of chlorophyll and other
pigments Week 1
Describe the patterns of electron flow through light Week 2
reaction events
Describe the significant events of the Calvin cycle Week 2