Major Topics in this Unit:
DNA and Chromosome Structure
Cell Cycle
Mitosis
Meiosis
Essential Questions:
How is the cell cycle controlled?
What are the different stages of the cell cycle?
How can a cell make copies of itself for repair and growth or the organism?
How does a cell create gametes for sexual reproduction?
How do the processes of mitosis and meiosis compare and contrast?
How is genetic diversity created?
Notes on Cell Growth (p. 127-129)
Notes on DNA Replication: (p. 182- 189)
Notes on Mitosis: (p. 130-136)
Notes on Meiosis (P. 136-146)
Videos on Chromosome Structure: (click below)
Cut Videos: (Click below)
How wounds heal Surgery with stitches
Cancer Intro Videos: (Click below)
Videos on Genes and Inheritance: (Click below)
Karyotype Activity: (Click below)
Cell Cycle and Division Intro:
Good video to review the phases of mitosis:
Real Microscope Mitosis Videos: (Click below)
First one Third one Salamander birth
Meiosis Review Videos: (Click below)