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Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity · Explain Natural Selection Mechanisms

2 core skills4% total weight
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Relate Variation to Selection PressureRecommended
49 questions 86 flashcards Lesson available
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Explain Natural Selection ProcessAvailable
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Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity · Analyze Trait Distribution Statistically

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Analyze Population Data for EvolutionAvailable
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Use Probability for Trait FrequencyAvailable
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Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity · Explain Natural Selection and Adaptation

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Connect Traits to Survival SuccessAvailable
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Explain Adaptation Through SelectionAvailable
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Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity · Simulate Solutions for Biodiversity Impact

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Evaluate Biodiversity Preservation StrategiesAvailable
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Model Human Activity Biodiversity EffectsAvailable
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Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity · Evaluate Population Evolution Evidence

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Evaluate Evidence for Population ChangeAvailable
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Interpret Evolutionary Trend DataAvailable
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Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity · Communicate Evidence for Common Ancestry

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Explain Fossil and Molecular EvidenceAvailable
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Identify Evidence for EvolutionAvailable
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Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes · Explain Sugar to Macromolecule Formation

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Connect Synthesis to Cell FunctionAvailable
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Describe Sugar to Macromolecule SynthesisAvailable
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Explain Atom Rearrangement in SynthesisAvailable
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Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes · Explain DNA to Protein Structure

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Describe DNA Structure and ComponentsAvailable
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Describe Transcription ProcessAvailable
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Describe Translation and Protein AssemblyAvailable
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Explain DNA Sequence EncodingAvailable
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Explain Mutations and Protein EffectsAvailable
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Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes · Model Photosynthesis Energy Transformation

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Identify Photosynthesis Reactants and ProductsAvailable
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Explain Light to Chemical EnergyAvailable
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Interpret Photosynthesis Energy Flow ModelsAvailable
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Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes · Investigate Homeostasis Feedback Mechanisms

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Analyze Feedback and Stability ExamplesAvailable
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Define Homeostasis and FeedbackAvailable
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Distinguish Feedback Mechanism TypesAvailable
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Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes · Model Cellular Respiration Process

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Compare Respiration and Photosynthesis ModelsAvailable
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Explain Energy Release in RespirationAvailable
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Identify Cellular Respiration ComponentsAvailable
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Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes · Model Mitosis and Differentiation

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Describe Mitosis StagesAvailable
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Explain Cell Differentiation ProcessAvailable
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Model Growth and Repair ProcessesAvailable
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Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes · Model Hierarchical Organization of Systems

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Explain Interacting System FunctionsAvailable
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Identify Levels of Biological OrganizationAvailable
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Model Biological System InteractionsAvailable
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Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics · Design Solutions for Human Impact

2 core skills3% total weight
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Identify Human Impacts on EcosystemsAvailable
60 questions 98 flashcards Lesson available
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Evaluate Solutions for Ecosystem ImpactsAvailable
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Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics · Explain Biodiversity and Population Patterns

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Analyze Biodiversity DataAvailable
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Explain Biodiversity and Population DynamicsAvailable
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Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics · Evaluate Ecosystem Stability Claims

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Analyze Ecosystem Change and RecoveryAvailable
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Define Ecosystem Stability and ResilienceAvailable
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Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics · Evidence for Role of Group Behavior

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Analyze Examples of Cooperative BehaviorAvailable
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Evaluate Evidence for Social Behavior AdvantagesAvailable
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Explain Benefits of Group LivingAvailable
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Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics · Support Cycling Claims With Math

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Apply Math to Energy FlowAvailable
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Interpret Matter and Energy CyclesAvailable
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Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics · Explain Matter and Energy Cycling

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Describe Matter Movement in EcosystemsAvailable
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Explain Energy Transfer Between LevelsAvailable
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Support Ecosystem Cycling With EvidenceAvailable
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Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics · Explain Factors Affecting Carrying Capacity

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Explain Limiting Factors on PopulationAvailable
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Interpret Population Growth GraphsAvailable
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Predict Carrying Capacity Using ModelsAvailable
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Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics · Model Photosynthesis and Respiration Interactions

2 core skills3% total weight
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Explain Producer and Consumer RolesAvailable
58 questions 100 flashcards Lesson available
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Model Matter and Energy CyclingAvailable
48 questions 100 flashcards Lesson available
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Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits · Apply Probability to Trait Variation

2 core skills6% total weight
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Analyze Population Variation DataAvailable
53 questions 98 flashcards Lesson available
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Use Probability for Inheritance PredictionsAvailable
47 questions 77 flashcards Lesson available
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Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits · Defend Claims About Trait Inheritance

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Distinguish Sexual and Asexual ReproductionAvailable
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Explain Inheritance Patterns With EvidenceAvailable
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Explain Meiosis and Genetic DiversityAvailable
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Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits · Clarify DNA and Chromosome Roles

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Explain DNA and Chromosome OrganizationAvailable
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Relate Genes to Trait InheritanceAvailable
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Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits · Explain Genetic and Environmental Variation

2 core skills5% total weight
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Explain Environmental Influences on TraitsAvailable
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Explain Genetic Causes of VariationAvailable
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