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Science Grade 8 Genetics |
2-4 weeks
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Organisms inherit genetic information in a variety of ways that result in continuity of structure and function between parents and offspring. Individual organisms and species change over time. |
Why do we look the way we do? How do characteristics get passed on from one generation to the next? How do species change? |
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Construct and interpret pedigree chart. Use Punnet squares to predict probability of pffspring. Analyze genetic codes to create "creature" organism. |
adapt chromosome DNA dominant gene evolution fossil gene genetic engineering genetic trait heredity inherited mutation atural selection offspring pedigree chart Punnett square recessive gene selective breeding survival of the fittest variation |
Classwork Unit Activities Unit Lab Skills Unit Lab Reports Unit Quizzes Unit Assessments Unit Project |
Read Works Articles UPCO Intermediate Level Science FOSS Ecology Eyewitness videos |