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Science, Biology
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9th - 10th Grade
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LUCY MORISSET
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Unifying themes of science
Introduction

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Universal themes in Science
Organization
Systems
Growth & Development
Equilibrium
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Universal Themes in Science
Science uses observations, questions & experiments to explain the world in terms of natural forces & events. This leads to the revelation of patterns that can explain and predict events in nature.
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Universal Themes in Science
Patterns in nature allow us to analyze or better understand the cycles & systems either acting within or upon an organism. Different systems will interact, or work together, in the goal to maintain homeostasis.
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Universal Themes in Science
In the goal to maintain balance within the systems of nature, organisms have evolved structures that help them to adapt to life in different environments, as well as, form intricate and delicate webs of interdependent relationships that help the conservation of matter & energy.
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Levels of organization in nature
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Multiple Select
Which of the following is NOT a universal theme in science?
Equilibrium
Organization
Biodiversity
Systems
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Biosphere- Everywhere life exists
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Biosphere
land environments (forests, deserts, grasslands); Aquatic environments (Oceans, lakes, & other water environments); Everything that lives on Earth & every place where those things live (biodiversity)
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Multiple Choice
The atmosphere, geosphere & hydrosphere are all inclusive of the biosphere
True
False
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Multiple Choice
Humans & all other living things things exist in the
Geosphere
Biosphere
Atmosphere
Hydrosphere
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Abiotic/Biotic Factors- living vs nonliving things
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Characteristics of living things
All organisms are made up of one or more cells
Cycle through growth & development
Obtain & use energy
maintain homeostasis
Respond to changes in environment (stimuli)
Have DNA
Reproduce
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Vocabulary
Biosphere
biotic factor
abiotic factor
Biodiversity
Organism
cell
system
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Vocabulary
ecosystem
homeostasis
Independent & Dependent variables
Hypothesis/Constants/Scientific inquiry
Scientific theory vs Scientific Law
Data (Quantitative/Qualitative)
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Open Ended
What is one thing from today's lesson you think might show up on a quiz?
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