Biology I Objectives

ABACUS 01-SCB1-25
PASS CSBIO3.1

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PASS Strand:
3. Biological Diversity

Objectives:

1. Different species might look dissimilar, but the unity among organisms becomes apparent from an analysis of internal structures, the similarity of their chemical processes, and the evidence of common ancestry (e.g., homologous and analogous structures).

Time Range:
3rd Quarter; 18 days for Strand 3

Suggested Teaching Strategies:

• Discuss variety of species - basic characteristics of each species
• Point out obvious likenesses in species' internal structures and embryonic tissues

Aligned Resources:

• Core Lab 12: Dichotomous Key
• Animal Hands Activity (on computer)

Revision Date:
Summer 2005