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Pupils identify and interpret the internal anatomy of the fish. They also identify and define vocabulary for anatomical parts and anatomical functions and forms. Finally, students identify and interpret the differences in fish morphology as relates to behavior.

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dissection, morphology

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anatomical part, dissection, morphology, one-dimensional, science
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Grade
9th - 10th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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