Today we finished putting our karyotypes together. What a tedious task..huh! Imaging having to do that all day long…what do you think you would be paid for such a job?
Keep working on your Fictitious Genetics Disorder Poster (due 3/26) and don’t forget to finish up those DNA Models. If you are still having trouble, bring [...]

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Warm-Up: Trait Wheel
Classwork: Work on Genetics Essay Test
Homework:
Finish Genetics  Essay Test…due MONDAY! (Yes, typed is better!)
Also, organize your notebooks. You will turn them in on Monday….
Table Of Contents
1. TOC
2. Response Page
3. Cellular Reproduction Chart
4. Mitosis & Meiosis Diagram
5. Mitois & Meiosis Chart
6. Genetics Anticipation Guide
7 Cell Reproduction QUIZ
8. Genetics Notes
9. Bikini Bottom Genetics
10. [...]

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Warm-Up: Pre-lab questions
Classwork: DNA Extraction LAB
Everyone did a great job today in the lab. We had quite a few that were able to get DNA…Kudos to you:)
Homework: Finish up Post-lan questions & turn in on Thursday!

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Warm-Up: RP#2week0315
Classwork: Turn in you DNA Model!
Today we discussed how DNA replicated and what can happen when things don’t go as planned.  We explored “Weird genetics” as we compared mutations, selective breeding, and genetic engineering. weirdgenetics-1[1]
Homework: Finish your DNA model if you have not already turned it in!         Please bring in a banana for tomorrows [...]

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Today we discussed how to build our DNA model and were shown step-by-step procedures. Refer to the powerpoint if you need to be reminded. Genetics_DNAKeychains   We reviewed over how DNA is replicated and what happens when errors occur. dna-replication We completed a practice worksheet that demonstates the affects of  mutations..be sure to put this in your [...]

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Warm-Up: RP #1week0315
Classwork: Today we reviewed the structure of DNA. Students then built their very own model of DNA. Sections 3/4 & 6 need to finish this for homework. Section 7/8 will complete it tomorrow in class.
Homework: Finish DNA Model, Bring in a Banana for Wednesday’s Banana LAB

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Today we practiced synthesizing DNA into a protein.  What does your Snork look like? Don’t forget to finish Ch. 6, section 2 questions 1 through 11 and the vocabulary.
DNA projects are due 3/22.. I will finish going over the requirements tomorrow:)

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Today we explored the difference between mitosis and meiosis. Students participated in an online webquest. Be sure to put your data in your Genetics portfolio.  
Internet Activities
Please note the following instructions:
•Skip Site 1 (Link is broken)
•Site 2:  Go to http://sumanasinc.com/webcontent/animations/biology.html
•Site 3:  Go to www.biologyinmotion.com Click on “Cell Division Exercises” > Click on “Practice Meiosis”
•Site 4:  Go [...]

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Warm-Up: RP #9 (warm-ups will be collected tomorrow!)
Classwork:
Today, the genetic’s TEST results were examined. How did you fair? Class averages ranged between an 80% and an 85%…GREAT JOB! (I think most of you know how to do a punnett square and analyze your results:)
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Warm-Up: RP #8 (more punnett square practice)
Classwork: Genetics TEST I        (If you were absent, be sure to schedule a make-up date)
Homework: Read Chapter 6, Section1 and complete  POWER NOTES DNA power notes

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