Extra+Extra

First Semester Extra Credit:

Cell Extra Credit Construct a 3-D model of a structure of a cell and be sure to label it's parts and include their functions. In an effort to not have too many of the same structure, Mrs. Agho has a sign up sheet in room 212. No more than two of the same structure per class is allowed. First come first served! See Mrs. Agho for examples if you are stuck. Be creative and professional with your construction. You may receive up to 30 extra credit points and as little as 0. REMEMBER...THIS IS EXTRA CREDIT, SO YOU MUST PUT IN THE EXTRA EFFORT! This project is DUE OCTOBER 7th/8th during your class period!

Second Semester Extra Credit:

Construct a 3-D model of Mitosis to hang in the room or put on display. Remember....this is extra credit so you must put in the EXTRA EFFORT to earn the extra points. Your model must be accurate with all appropriate structures present and identified. (A key may be used for ldentification). Your model must be large enough to see from accross the room. This project is due on or before January 31st.

In a well written 2-3 page paper, discuss the pros and cons of performing dissections in the classroom as opposed to a virtual dissection and explain your opinion on the matter. Be able to provide a short list of your sources (2-3 sources which are not included in the 2-3 pages) as well as citations within your text. Due BEFORE spring break.

Due on or before April 10th 2012.

Test Reviews Not sure if you have all the notes you need! Take a look at the following to help fill in your notes and review for the tests.

Chapter 5: Review website Photosynthesis review: [|Photosynthesis Kid Friendly.ppt] Semester 1 Final Review

Chapter 8 Mitosis [|Mitosis Review website] with animations [|DNA Replication animation] [|DNA Replication review website] Chapter 8.3 Meiosis Review the terms: Oogenesis, Spermatogenesis, Independent assortment, Genetic recombination, Crossing over, Synapsis, tetrad, paternal, maternal, gametes. [|Meiosis animation]