Prerequisite: Physical Science
1 credit/full year Grade 10
This course will involve a detailed study of cell biology, biochemistry, DNA, and genetics. The history of life and evolution will be related to current systems of classification. The human nervous, endocrine, and immune systems will be studied and related to homeostasis. Ecology will focus on the interactions of organisms with their environments, the structure of ecosystems, photosynthesis and respiration, and biogeochemical cycles. Laboratory experiences are student centered and require the application of scientific principles acquired in class. Detailed laboratory reports are an essential part of the laboratories and will focus on scientific methods. A significant amount of memory work is involved due to a detailed study of biological vocabulary.