B13 - Reproduction
Independent learning
Introduction
In this topic we will we study how organisms reproduce and how DNA controls the inheritance of characteristics.
Specification links:
Task 1: Know
Task 1a: Use look, cover, write check and quizlet to learn the answers to the core questions and the keywords for this topic
Learn
Task 2: Types of reproduction
Task 2b: Make notes that:
Define variation and explain why it is important
Describe the process of asexual and sexual reproduction
Give the advantages and disadvantages of asexual reproduction
Give the advantages and disadvantages of sexual reproduction
Describe the process of mitosis
Describe the process of meiosis
Compare meiosis and mitosis
Define gamete, haploid and diploid
Give the number of chromosomes in a human cell
Task 2c: Copy and complete the table:
Task 2c: Answer the exam questions and self mark
Sets 2&3 go to task 4
Task 3: The best of both worlds - Set 1 only
Task 3c: Answer the practise questions on slide 17 and self mark
Task 4: DNA and the genome
Task 4b:
Copy and complete the key definitions on slide 18
Describe the human genome project
Watch the second video and explain what they found out in the human genome project and how the information can be used
Task 4c: Answer the exam questions and self mark
Set 2&3 go to task 7 now
Task 5: DNA structure and protein synthesis - Set 1 only
Task 5c: Watch the video and describe the process of protein synthesis
Task 5c: Answer the exam question and self mark.
Task 6: Gene expression and mutation - Set 1 only
Task 6b: Make notes that:
Describe the role of non coding DNA
Define mutation
Give two examples of mutations and their effects
List the advantages and disadvantages of mutations
Describe the effects of mutations in non coding DNA
Task 6c: Complete the progress quiz
Task 7: Inheritance in action - all sets
Task 7b: Make notes that:
Define allele, heterozygous, homozygous, genotype, phenotype, dominant allele and recessive allele
Describe how to construct a punnett square to predict the results of a genetic cross
Task 7c: Complete the examples on the worksheet and self mark using slide 31
Task 7d: Answer the exam questions and self mark
Set 2&3 only - Task 7e: Complete the progress quiz
Task 8: More about genetics
Task 8c: Use the diagram to answer the following questions:
Which are the youngest tigers?
Which is the mother of the youngest tigers?
What colour coat does she have?
What is the relationship between the tigers on the bottom row and the three tigers in the middle row?
On the bottom row
Square at the left of the top row
White
Half siblings - they share the same father
Task 8c: Answer the exam questions and self mark
Task 9: Inherited disorders
Task 9b: Make notes that:
Describe polydactyly and state whether it is caused by a dominant or recessive allele (watch the video to help)
Complete the tasks on slide 11
Describe cystic fibrosis and state whether it is caused by a dominant or recessive allele - the information in the video will help
Task 9c:
Draw a genetic diagram using two heterozygous (for CF) parents.
Work out the the % chance that their child will have CF.
Task 9d: Answer the exam questions and self mark
Task 10: Screening for genetic disorders
Task 10c: Answer the exam questions and self mark
Task 11: Summary
Task 11a: Read through the BBC bitesize revision and complete the Seneca Learning unit for your set:
Task 11c: Make a mind map or single page revision summary of this topic and add it to your revision folder. Use the specification links to help you: