Biology is headlining the news almost every day. It may be a disease epidemic, genetics research, or the latest forensics-based television show. It is necessary for us to have a solid background in biology to make informed decisions in this day and age. Simply put, biology is the study of life. Studying biology allows you to explore the diverse world of living organisms, yourself included! It gives you the knowledge to better take care of your health but also the environment as a whole!
Units of Study for the 2011-2012 School Year...
Unit 1: Scientific Method and Metrics
Chapter(s): 1
Unit 2: Biochemistry
Chapter(s): 6
Unit 3: Cell Structure & Function
Chapter(s): 7, 8
Unit 4: DNA & Protein Synthesis
Chapter(s): 12
Unit 5: Cellular Reproduction
Chapter(s): 9, 10
Midterm Review and Exam
Unit 6: Genetics & Biotechnology
Chapter(s): 11, 13
Unit 7: History of Biological Diversity
Chapter(s): 14, 15
Unit 8: Classification
Chapter(s): 17
Unit 9: Ecology
Chapter(s): 2, 3, 4
Final Review and Exam
Online Textbook Access:
Glencoe McGraw-Hill: Biology
1. Go to www.biologygmh.com
2. Enter the quickpass code from the front cover of your book (gb2843c1, etc.)
3. On the left side is a section "textbook resources"- select Online Student Edition.
4. Enter the student login access code: BF242BC9D8
Click below to read or print the "Great Expectations" for this class.
BIO Great Expectations_2011.pdf