Nature of Science
Lab Aide working with MS
NGSS-LW Link
Structure and Function help students formulate an answer to the question:
“How do the structures of organisms enable life’s functions?”
High school students are able to investigate explanations for the structure and function of cells as the basic units of life, the hierarchical systems of organisms, and the role of specialized cells for maintenance and growth. Students demonstrate understanding of how systems of cells function together to support the life processes. Students demonstrate their understanding through critical reading, using models, and conducting investigations. The crosscutting concepts of structure and function, matter and energy, and systems and system models in organisms are called out as organizing concepts.
Lecture(s)
Investigation: How to use the Microscope
Microscope E Lab - how to use the light microscope
Microscope Coloring - article with questions and coloring
Microscope Parts Quiz - rollover the parts to see the answers, practice
Microscope Quiz - multiple choice over parts and use