Biology 

BIOLOGY     Honors 39401        College Prep 39301

5 credits

Topics include: the chemical basis of life (elements, atoms and molecules), the cell (structure and function of membranes and organelles in plant and animal cells) how cells obtain chemical energy (photosynthesis and cellular respiration) the cellular basis of inheritance, patterns of inheritance, concepts of evolution, concepts of ecology, introduction to the systems of the human body, and a survey of the characteristics of the major phyla. Laboratory experiments and observations are an integral part of the course and include enzyme analysis, microscope observation, diffusion, dialysis and biotechnological studies.  Students who take Biology as 9th graders will take the Biology MCAS while in 9th grade.