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RP Word Search Puzzle

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this literacy worksheet, students find the words that are related to the concepts that are the theme of the word search. New vocabulary is the focus of the puzzle.
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Biology Demos

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students participate in biology demos. In this biology instructional activity, students explain how energy is released in the ATP cycle. They demonstrate DNA replication process.
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A Self Directed Inquiry into the Identification of Unknowns

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers gain experience in designing an experiment and use logic in selecting specific tests for unknowns. Students recognize the use of spreadsheets in helping one to make clear comparisons.
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Statistical Analysis For Graphing Calculators

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students analyze date from the Chesapeake Bay. Using a graphing calculator, they enter the data, plot three temperatures, and create a Box and Whisker plot.
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DNA the Easy Way (and "Gram Stain" Without the Mess)

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners visualize DNA from cells and explain the basis and importance of the Gram-stain reaction and to perform the KOH test equivalent.
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Teaching about Conductivity

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars explore conductivity and productivity in aquatic systems.
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Fertilizer Frenzy

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars design and conduct an experiment testing the effect of fertilizers/soaps on algal growth. They estimate and predict, identify the variables, formulate a hypothesis, and record and analyze the data, presenting their...
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Multiplying Microbes

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners examine environmental conditions that effect bacteria growth. They culture bacteria, design and conduct an experiment, and identify the conditions that effected the bacteria growth using the scientific method.
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Watershed Awareness

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students investigate the relationship between upstream influences in their watershed and the watershed's estuary. They apply the scientific process to test a hypothesis while examining the impact of upland activities on estuaries.
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Testing Growth of Algae

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students participate in an experiment in which they test the growing rate of algae. They test the algae in different elements recording their observations. They share their results with the class and discuss.
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Teaching the Chemical and Structural Properties of DNA

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students work together to answer questions about DNA. They identify where DNA is found and its function in the cell. They note any physical similarities they have with their family members
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Extraction of DNA from White Onion

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils investigate techniques involved in extracting and isolating DNA. Students extract and observe onion DNA.
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Devising a Set of Experiments to Test Water for Dissolved Substances

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students work together to test water samples for pollutants. They design data tables to collect and record their observations. They complete discussion questions to end the lesson.
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DNA and RNA

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders research the history and discovery of DNA. Using their text, they label a basic DNA structure and the composition of genes. They explain how RNA and DNA differ from one other and discuss the processes of transcription and...
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Minerals

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students become aware of the amount of different kinds of minerals are needed to maintain our standard of living by observing the worksheet. They study how it requires production of 40,000 pounds of new minerals and metals every year for...
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ISOLATION OF DNA FROM ONION

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students perform a lab in which they extract DNA from onion cells. Students break through the cell and nuclear membranes and then break down the protein that the DNA is wrapped around.
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Molecular Evolution in Plants

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers are using a paper chromatography study that is suitable for introductory biology. The absorption spectra studies and gel electrophoresis studies are appropriate for students who have complete both introductory biology and...
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This Stuff Makes Me Sick

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students participate in a lab showing the effects of pesticides on Lumbriculus variegatus. Several extensions and variations are also included in this lesson including one which relates the experiment to how pesticides enter our drinking...
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Molecular Evolution in Plants

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners examine chlorophylls. They explore the absorbing pigments in a variety of plants. Through activities, students determine spectrophotometrically. They compare plant proteins from the family Brassicace to assess the level of...
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Is Your Water Clean?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students conduct tests of water samples from different sources, such as a local river, tap water, and an irrigation ditch. After determining which pollutants are present in each sample, students hypothesize the possible sources of the...
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Water Pollution Graphing Activity

For Teachers 2nd - 8th
Students describe and identify the link between land use activities within a watershed and water quality. They evaluate the quality of a "water sample" ( a bag of skittles), graph their results, and form a hypothesis about the land use...
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DNA Replication

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners construct a 3-D model of DNA. They demonstrate an awareness of base pairs in written work and in a model. Students model DNA replication using edible materials. They record concluding thoughts in their science notebooks.
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Nutrient Biochemistry

For Students 9th - 10th
In this nutrient biochemistry worksheet, students complete the blanks with information about nucleic acids and the process. Students also draw a figure referenced in the text given.
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Water Quality Survey: Monitoring the Sustainability of Pigeon Creek

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research the History of Pigeon Creek (or any watershed in your area). For this environmental science lesson, students conduct field tests such as pH and nitrates. They collect data and compare what they collected with other groups.

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