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High School Biology

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Suggested Prerequisites

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Description

Discover the foundations of life science and unlock key scientific skills and thinking. This course guides you through the study of living and non-living systems and how they interact with one another. You will explore the world you live in by posing questions and seeking answers through scientific inquiry. The course will introduce you to the structure, function, diversity, and evolution of living matter. Engaging in the study of biological science enables you to make real-world connections and apply your understanding to everyday life.

Module One: Foundations of Biology

-Science vs. pseudoscience 

-Steps of the scientific method

-Analyze data and draw conclusions

-Macromolecules are essential for living things

-Structure and function of each macromolecule

-Origins of life on earth

 

Module Two: Life's Origins

-Properties of water

-Developments that led to the cell theory

-Differences between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells

-Structure and function of various types of microscopes

-Structure and function of cell organelles

-Passive and active transport

-Function of ATP

-Relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration

 

Module Three: Cell Reproduction

-Phases of the cell cycle

-Structure and Function of DNA and RNA

-Process of DNA Replication

-Process of transcription and Translation

-Different types of mutations and how they affect phenotypes

-Monohybrid and dihybrid crosses

-Patterns of inheritance

-Benefits and disadvantages of various biotechnology

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Our NCAA approved courses are updated often. Please visit the NCAA Eligibility Center and use our school code to see all current eligible courses. The FlexPoint Virtual School NCAA High School code is: 850171 

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