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4. Building Blocks of Life
4.1 Define cell.
4.2 State cell theory.
4.3 Diagram, define, and give functions of the following parts of a cell: cell
membrane, cell wall, nucleus, cytoplasm, chromosomes, chloroplasts, and
vacuole.
4.4 Distinguish three differences between plant and animal cells.
4.5 Explain why reproduction of cells is important.
4.6 Distinguish between asexual and sexual reproduction.
4.7 Describe relationship among cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and
organisms.
5. Life Processes
5.1 State purpose and meaning of chemical symbols.
5.2 List five examples of elements in living organisms and their symbols.
5.3 Define mixture and list examples.
5.4 Describe chemical change in living organisms.
5.5 Describe and give examples of organic compounds
5.6 Describe process of transpiration within cells (i.e., diffusion, active transport,
and osmosis).
5.7 Describe role of enzymes in metabolic process. (Include a description of
metabolism.)
5.8 Describe cell respiration.
5.9 Describe homeostasis
5.10 Define and explain importance of mitosis to life of an organism.
6. Nutrition and Digestion
Part B - Human Life and Health
6.1 Define nutrients.
6.2 List six classifications of nutrients.
6.3 Explain how the body uses each of the nutrients listed above.
6.4 Name the four basic food groups, nutrients they supply, and for what they are
used.
6.5 Record, analyze, and evaluate nutrient intake for one week.
6.6 Define digestion.
6.7 List the parts of the digestive tract and the two organs that aid in digestion.
6.8 Trace changes of food through digestive system.
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