THE STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF ENZYMES

UNIT GOALS: GRADE LEVEL: 9-12

GENERAL SUBJECT AREA(S): Biology

MINIMUM TIME REQUIRED FOR THE UNIT: Eight 45-minute class periods.

CONCEPTS LEARNED ACROSS ALL UNIT MODULES:

STANDARDS ADDRESSED BY UNIT MODULES:
Maryland State Department of Education High School Science Core Learning Goals (see www.mdk12.org)

Goal/Expectation Indicator/Assessment Limit
Goal 1
 The student will demonstrate ways of thinking and acting inherent in the practice of science. The student will use the language and instruments of science to collect, organize, interpret, calculate, and communicate information.
1.2
 The student will pose scientific questions and suggest experimental approaches to provide answers to questions.
  1.2.7 - The student will use relationships discovered in the lab to explain phenomena observed outside the laboratory.
1.3
 The student will carry out scientific investigations effectively and employ the instruments, systems of measurement, and materials of science appropriately.
  1.3.1 - The student will develop and demonstrate skills in using lab and field equipment to perform investigative techniques.
  1.3.2 - The student will recognize safe laboratory procedures.
  1.3.3 - The student will demonstrate safe handling of the chemicals and materials of science.
1.4
 The student will demonstrate that data analysis is a vital aspect of the process of scientific inquiry and communication.
  1.4.1 - The student will organize data appropriately using techniques such as tables, graphs, and webs. (for graphs: axes labeled with appropriate quantities, appropriate units on axes, axes labeled with appropriate intervals, independent and dependent variables on correct axes, appropriate title)
  1.4.2 - The student will analyze data to make predictions, decisions, or draw conclusions.
  1.4.6 - The student will describe trends revealed by data.
  1.4.8 - The student will use models and computer simulations to extend his/her understanding of scientific concepts.
  1.4.9 - The student will use analyzed data to confirm, modify, or reject an hypothesis.
1.5
 The student will use appropriate methods for communicating in writing and orally the processes and results of scientific investigation.
  1.5.1 - The student will demonstrate the ability to summarize data.
  1.5.2 - The student will explain scientific concepts and processes through drawing, writing, and/or oral communication.
  1.5.3 - The student will use computers to produce the visual materials (tables, graphs) that will be used for communicating results.
  1.5.5 - The student will use computers to produce tables, graphs, and spreadsheet calculations.
1.6
 The student will use mathematical processes.
  1.6.1 - The student will use ratio and proportion in appropriate situations to solve problems.
  1.6.2 - The student will use computers to perform calculations for tables and graphs.
  1.6.3 - The student will express and/or compare small and large quantities using scientific notation and relative order of magnitude.
1.7
 The student will show that connections exist both within the various fields of science and among science and other disciplines including mathematics, social studies, language arts, fine arts, and technology.
  1.7.4 - The student will recognize mathematics as an integral part of the scientific process.
Goal 3
 The student will demonstrate the ability to use the scientific skills and process and major biological concepts to explain the uniqueness and interdependence of living organisms, their interactions with the environment, and the continuation of life on earth.
3.1
 The student will be able to explain the correlation between the structure and function of biologically important molecules and their relationship to cell processes.
  3.1.1 - The student will be able to describe the unique characteristics of chemical compounds and macromolecules utilized by living systems. [structural and functional role of enzymes]
  3.1.2 - The student will be able to discuss factors involved in the regulation of chemical activity as part of a homeostatic mechanism [enzyme regulation: effect of temperature on enzyme activity]
3.2
 The student will demonstrate an understanding that all organisms are composed of cells which can function independently or as part of multicellular organisms.
  3.2.2 - The student will conclude that cells exist within a narrow range of environmental conditions and changes to that environment, either naturally occurring or induced, may cause death of the cell or organism. (pH)
3.3
 The student will analyze how traits are inherited and passed on from one generation to another
  3.3.4 - The student will interpret how the effect of gene alteration through natural or technological advances may have beneficial or harmful effects on the individual, society, and/or environment [mutations]


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