Ancient Beech Glen Affric, Scotland

Ancient Beech Glen Affric, Scotland
The Wishing Tree (Goldberry)

Gaia Theory and All Life is Connected

The concepts of an interconnected earth are intriguing and measurable. As a botanist and microbiologist I have studied symbiotic relations that range from parasitic to symbiotic. Many indigenous people have understood these concepts longer than modern scientists. The Lakota Sioux state: “Mitakuye Oyasin,”which means, “To all of my relations.” It is a prayer of oneness and harmony with all forms of life: people, animals, birds, plants, insects, and even rocks. It is a reminder that we all share a common kinship within the hoop of life. Our bodies are composites of bacteria, and within our cells are remnants of ancient bacterial cells that are now mitochondria. Dr. Lynn Marguelis a famous botanist, and suppoter of James Lovelock Theory of Gaia states: "The only individuals on the planet are bacteria."

http://www.unreasonable.com/people/margulis/root.htm

http://www.lakotawritings.com/Sacred_Symbols.htm


Magi magnificentii

Magi magnificentii
Magi, Mycorrhiza and Antelope Island State Park

Monday, August 26, 2013

Cell Organelles, Conservation of Mass & Matter

Typical Prokaryotic Cell

 

Cell Organelles, Conservation of Mass & Matter

 
Biology 8.23-26, 2013
 
TSW (I will...) investigate the similarities and differences of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell types and examine, model and label the organelles present.
 
TSW (I will...) observe and interpret laboratory processes that illustrate the differences between diffusion, osmosis in living and non-living systems.
 
Essential Vocabulary I: cell membrane, cell wall, cytoplasm, cytoplasmic skeleton, Golgi apparatus, lysosome. endoplasmic reticulum (rough and smooth), nucleus, nuclear membrane, ribosomes, vacuole, cell theory.
 
Essential Vocabulary II:
cell membrane, polar molecules, non-polar molecules, fluid mosaic model, diffusion, osmosis, transport proteins, hydrophilic, hydrophobic
 
Supplementary Materials & Links: 
 
The plasma membrane:
 
 
Labs:  Eukaryotic cells within your mouth!  Diffusion and Osmosis in Onion, Potato, Pond Water and Bon Ami + Water.
 
 
Chemistry:  8/23-26 2013
 
TSW (I will...) examine the differences in chemical and physical changes.  Graph and summarize results. 
 
TSW (I will...) distinguish the subatomic particles of the atom, and the organizational and historical contributions of the modern periodic table. 
 
Supplemental Materials:
 
The Atom
 
Atoms and Molecules Introduction
 
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Origin of the UNIVERSE
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Squamous Epithelial Cells


Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Cells, Matter and The Scientific Method Part II

"Ecology is networks.  To understand ecosystems will ultimately be to understand networks."  Bernhard Patten


BIOLOGY August 19-20 2013

Learning Goal:  TSW discuss and illustrate the timeline of the cell theory,

and other keynote, historical landmarks in science.


8/19 Essential Vocabulary:

Cell, cell theory, cell membrane, eukaryotic cell, prokaryotic cell

1.        Discuss cell theory, and spontaneous generation


2.       Observe the primary differences between a theory and a hypothesis and site one example.


3.       Contrast the components of a car to the cellular organelles.


4.       As a group create a model of a eukaryotic cell and label organelles.


5.        Show me tell me:  Observe scanning electron micrographs of select

6.       images and match to macroscopic examples.

 Homework:  
Complete Study Guide 1

Begin Foldable of Essential Vocabulary Chap 1 & 7


8/20/13

The student will differentiate the organelles and development in prokaryotic

and eukaryotic cell types.

 Essential Vocabulary  
Cytoplasm or cytosol, cell membrane, cytoskeleton, cilia, flagella, golgi apparatus, endoplasmic reticulum, lysosome, ribosomes, mitrochondria, nucleus, nucleolus, cell wall 


The Cell Organelle Song



8/21/2013

TSW list and describe the different organelle and their functions

through models and essential vocabulary activity.   Observe cell types

using compound light microscope and label. 


Cell Structure Activity Study Guide 1 & 2:


Homework: 
Add new essential vocabulary to foldable



CHEMISTRY August 19-20, 2013

Learning Goal: TSW understand and chart the origins of the universe, and the basic elements that are similar throughout the universe, and earth.


Essential Vocabulary: Chapter 1

1.        Observe changes in matter and record results into a graph.


2.       Changes in Matter:  Lab


3.       Complete:  Team Learning Worksheet


UNIT CONVERSIONS Work sheets:

Mass, Length, Volume



Length conversions



Volume conversions



Homework: 8/20-21

1.        Create your lab using the alternative chemical and biochemical experiments for “Diet or Regular Lab i.e. (pH, toxicity, carbonic acid et al)


2.       Complete Chapter 1:  Team Learning Worksheet.


3.       Write Summary for “Change of Matter Lab”


4.       Begin Unit Conversion Sheet & other assigned problems.

Cells, Matter & The Scientific Method


Scanning Electron Micrograph of Blueberry
 
Biology August 14-16
Metric & Measurement
 
Learning Goals:
Understand, and demonstrate knowledge of the scientific method, scientific tools of measure and identify the variables in experiments.
 
Assignments & Homework
 
1)Complete Microscope Handout
2)Complete Concept Map of the Scientific Method
3)Guided Reading: pg.8-16 Biology Text   
4)Design a hypothesis question concerning any biological interest of the greater Mojave Desert.
5)Apply steps of the Scientific Method to the Journal Article, “Let Sleeping Teenagers Lie,”
 
Supplemental Materials
 
The Metre and Time
 
History of the Microscope
 
 
Chemistry  August 14-16
SI, Measurement & Density Lab
 
Learning Goals:
Interpret unit conversions problems, analyze data and graph and interpret laboratory results. 
 
Assignment and Homework
 
1).  Complete Unit Conversions
2)   Complete SI assignment
3)   Summarize Metric Laboratory and convert temperature results into Co
4)   Complete concept map of the scientific method
5)   Design Hypothesis Statement, and Materials and Methods for modification of the Density Lab.  i.e. (toxicity, pH, carbonic acid, carbon dioxide production).
6)  Guided reading assignment: pages
 
Supplemental Materials
 
Khan Academy-Unit Conversions
 



Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Super Scientists & Ted Talks

Science Rocks!
August 12-13, 2013

Biology and Chemistry

MAIN LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
The students will be able to discuss the results of their metric & scientific tools lab and present their results in a introductory-summary.  Include hypothesis statement on volume measure. 

SUPPLEMENTARY OBJECTIVES: 
Learn more about your Super-Scientist Lab Group Mascot through watching a short video.  Create a 8 x 11 banner including their name, major research endeavors, and a quote. 

Dr. Francisco Ayala-TED Talk
http://viewpure.com/y72EMlwqCH4

Dr. Stephen Jay Gould
http://viewpure.com/IAA_8DtnqSs

Dr. Lynn Marguellis
http://viewpure.com/KOjKZdW8HSY

Dr. Wangarii Maathai
http://video.pbs.org/video/2053414803/

Dr. Darleane
http://catalyst.berkeley.edu/v6n2/hoffman-adventures-in-matter/

Dr. E.O Wilson
http://www.ted.com/speakers/e_o_wilson.html

http://www.ted.com/talks/e_o_wilson_advice_to_young_scientists.html

Supplementary Links:

Temperature Conversions
http://www.plvwtelco.net/Temperature%20Conversion.htm



Friday, August 9, 2013

Cubits, Feet and Thumbs

BIOLOGY & CHEMISTRY:   8/9/2013
Measuring length before the metric system.      


The Big Idea:

"The universal language of the metric system and the is essential in scientific research and industry."  








CHEMISTRY
Learning Goal:
Identify the basic units of measure and review the history of the metric system.

Review the Scientific Method: 
Create a prediction for the lab Scientific Processes:  Tools and Measurement

LAB:  Tools of Scientific Measure


Video:  The Meter & Time

Unit Conversion:  Temperature (Fo-C0)

Guided Reading:  pg:  18-23  Essentials of Chemistry

BIOLOGY
Learning Goal:
Identify the basic units of measure and review the history of the metric system.

Review the Scientific Method
Create a prediction for the lab Scientific Processes:  Tools and Measurement

LAB:  Tools of Scientific Measure

Video:  The Meter & Time

Unit Conversion:  Temperature  (Fo-C0)

Guided Reading:  pg: 24-26 Biology

Supplemental Materials:
http://visual.merriam-webster.com/science/measuring-devices.php

Today's Homework:
From today's lab and lecture create a quiz question and post on the blog.   If you do not have internet access please post on Monday.
http://www.hcc.mnscu.edu/chem/V.03/page_id_2644.html