A1. demonstrate scientific investigation skills in the four areas of skills
A1.1 formulate relevant scientific questions about observed relationships, ideas, problems, or issues, make informed predictions, and/or formulate educated hypotheses to focus inquiries or research
A1.8 synthesize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate qualitative and/or quantitative data to determine whether the evidence supports or refutes the initial prediction or hypothesis and whether it is consistent with scientific theory; identify sources of bias and/or error; and suggest improvements to the inquiry to reduce the likelihood of error
A1.11 communicate ideas, plans, procedures, results, and conclusions orally, in writing, and/or in electronic presentations, using appropriate language and a variety of formats
B2.1 use appropriate terminology related to cellular biology
B2.2 investigate the effect of various qualitative factors (e.g., temperature) on the rate of diffusion of molecules across a plasma membrane
B3. demonstrate an understanding of the basic processes of cellular biology
B3.1 describe the structures and functions of important biochemical compounds, including carbohydrates, proteins, enzymes, and lipids
B3.2 explain the roles of various organelles, including lysosomes, vacuoles, mitochondria, cell membranes, ribosomes, the endoplasmic reticulum, and Golgi bodies, in the processes of digestion, cellular respiration, and protein synthesis
B3.4 explain the importance of various cellular processes in human systems