Science Nspired - Life Science - Cells and Heredity by Texas Instruments

A cell is the smallest unit capable of performing life's functions. Different cell types can have different structures inside of them, but many cell structures are common to all cells. In this unit, students will learn how organisms can grow and repair cells through cell division and also explore heredity, the passing of trait from parent to offspring.

Life Science: Cells and Heredity Classroom Activities	Type	Download
Simulations
Making Multiples In this lesson, students will use a simulation to explore asexual and sexual reproduction. Standards Textbook		Download118
Cell-ebrating Life In this lesson, students will explore and learn about the major components of animal and plant cells. Standards Textbook		Download2,435
Punnett Squares In this lesson, students will discover how traits can be passed on from parents to offspring. Standards Textbook		Download2,195
The Cell Cycle In this lesson, students will identify the changes that occur in cells during each phase of mitosis. Standards Textbook		Download2,215
Translation Mutation In this lesson, students will explore how gene mutations that are located on chromosomes result in harmful effects. Standards Textbook		Download124
Data Collection
Enzyme Chemical Reactions In this lesson, students will use an enzyme catalase to speed up the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide into oxygen. Standards Textbook		Download2,106
Assessment
Cells and Heredity Assessment This TI-Nspire question set (.tns) has assessment questions relating to Life Science: Cells and Heredity.		Download12

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