Welcome to Biology 20!
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The Biology 20 Program of Studies can be found HERE.
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Course at a Glance
Biology is the study of life and living systems from the molecular level to the biosphere. Through the study of biology, learners are given an opportunity to explore and understand the natural world and to become aware of the profound influence of biology in their lives. Students further develop their ability to ask questions, investigate and experiment; to gather, analyze and assess scientific information; and to test scientific laws and principles and their applications
Biology 20 is a rigorous science program designed for students with a strong aptitude and keen interest in the biological world and who are intending to pursue post-secondary studies in a science program especially in health sciences or environmental sciences. Students will explore living systems using matter and energy from the cellular level to the global level and develop an understanding of technology as it affects everyday life and experiences.
The recommended prerequisites for Biology 20 are: 65% or more in Science 10. Students with below a 65% will be put on probation and a letter will be sent home for parents to sign.
Course Content
Unit 1—Energy and Matter Exchange in the Biosphere (Chapters 1, 2)
Major Concepts:
(a) Energy Transfer in the Biosphere
(b) Cycles of Matter
Unit 2—Ecosystems and Population Change (Chapters 3, 4)
Major Concepts:
(a) Ecosystems and their diversity
(b) Mechanisms of population change
Unit 3—Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration (Chapter 5)
Major Concepts:
(a) Matter and Energy Pathways in Living Systems
(b) Photosynthesis stores energy in Organic Compounds
(c) Cellular Respiration releases energy from Organic Compounds
Unit 4—Human Systems (Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
Major Concepts:
(a) Cells and Cellular Transport
(b) The Human Respiratory System
(c) The Human Digestive System
(d) The Human Circulatory System
(e) The Human Excretory System
(f) The Muscular System and Homeostasis
Lates: It is expected that you will be in your desk and ready to work by the second bell. If you should come late to class, you will often find the door closed and locked. Please do not bang on the door, just knock politely and I will let you in as soon as it is convenient to do so.
Absences: You are expected to take an active part in your schooling. For this reason, you are responsible for finding out about missed assignments. I will not hunt you down over missed work. Arrangements should be made immediately upon your return to school to get missed work in. Some assignments and labs may be impossible to repeat and for these assignments you may have to accept an alternative assignment. If you have to miss a test or a quiz for any reason, phone the school office BEFORE the scheduled exam or quiz and have the secretaries report this to me.
Biology 20 is a rigorous science program designed for students with a strong aptitude and keen interest in the biological world and who are intending to pursue post-secondary studies in a science program especially in health sciences or environmental sciences. Students will explore living systems using matter and energy from the cellular level to the global level and develop an understanding of technology as it affects everyday life and experiences.
The recommended prerequisites for Biology 20 are: 65% or more in Science 10. Students with below a 65% will be put on probation and a letter will be sent home for parents to sign.
Course Content
Unit 1—Energy and Matter Exchange in the Biosphere (Chapters 1, 2)
Major Concepts:
(a) Energy Transfer in the Biosphere
(b) Cycles of Matter
Unit 2—Ecosystems and Population Change (Chapters 3, 4)
Major Concepts:
(a) Ecosystems and their diversity
(b) Mechanisms of population change
Unit 3—Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration (Chapter 5)
Major Concepts:
(a) Matter and Energy Pathways in Living Systems
(b) Photosynthesis stores energy in Organic Compounds
(c) Cellular Respiration releases energy from Organic Compounds
Unit 4—Human Systems (Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
Major Concepts:
(a) Cells and Cellular Transport
(b) The Human Respiratory System
(c) The Human Digestive System
(d) The Human Circulatory System
(e) The Human Excretory System
(f) The Muscular System and Homeostasis
Lates: It is expected that you will be in your desk and ready to work by the second bell. If you should come late to class, you will often find the door closed and locked. Please do not bang on the door, just knock politely and I will let you in as soon as it is convenient to do so.
Absences: You are expected to take an active part in your schooling. For this reason, you are responsible for finding out about missed assignments. I will not hunt you down over missed work. Arrangements should be made immediately upon your return to school to get missed work in. Some assignments and labs may be impossible to repeat and for these assignments you may have to accept an alternative assignment. If you have to miss a test or a quiz for any reason, phone the school office BEFORE the scheduled exam or quiz and have the secretaries report this to me.