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SBI4U, Marking Scheme

This document outlines the significant dates and content for an SBI4U biology course. It is divided into 5 units covering: biochemistry, metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, and population dynamics. Some of the main topics include: biologically important molecules, cellular structure and transport, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, DNA structure and replication, gene expression, genetic research techniques, the nervous system, excretion, and human populations. The course includes 4 unit tests, 3 activities relating science concepts to society, and a final exam. The culminating activity and exam make up 30% of the overall mark.

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SBI4U, Marking Scheme

This document outlines the significant dates and content for an SBI4U biology course. It is divided into 5 units covering: biochemistry, metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, and population dynamics. Some of the main topics include: biologically important molecules, cellular structure and transport, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, DNA structure and replication, gene expression, genetic research techniques, the nervous system, excretion, and human populations. The course includes 4 unit tests, 3 activities relating science concepts to society, and a final exam. The culminating activity and exam make up 30% of the overall mark.

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Significant Dates SBI4U

Marking Scheme
-Introduction
Intro, Course Outline & Expectations
UNIT 1: Biochemistry
Chapter1: The Molecules of Life
 Chemistry in living things
UNIT 1: Biochemistry
Chapter1: The Molecules of Life
 Biologically Important Molecule
UNIT 1: Biochemistry
Chapter1: The Molecules of Life
 Biologically Important Molecules [Continues...]
UNIT 1: Biochemistry
Chapter1: The Molecules of Life
 Biochemical Reactions & Enzymes
UNIT 1: Biochemistry
Chapter2: The Cell and its component
 Structure and functions of Eukaryotic Cells

Activity#1 Relating Science to Technology, Society, and the Environment[STSE]: Application of Enzymes in industry10%
UNIT 1: Biochemistry
Chapter2: The Cell and its component
 The Cell Membrane
 The Transport of substances Across a cell membrane
UNIT 1: Biochemistry
Unit Test#1 10%
Unit 2: Metabolic Processes
Chapter 3: Energy and Cellular Respiration
 Metabolism & Energy
 Aerobic Respiration
 Yield of ATP from Aerobic Respiration

Unit 2: Metabolic Processes


Chapter 3: Energy and Cellular Respiration
 Anaerobic Respiration and Fermentation

Unit 2: Metabolic Processes


Chapter 3: Energy and Cellular Respiration
Activity#2:Diet Programs and Supplements 5%
Unit 2: Metabolic Processes
Chapter4: Photosynthesis
 Capturing Solar Energy: The Light-Dependent Reaction
Unit 2: Metabolic Processes
Chapter4: Photosynthesis
 Fixing Carbon Dioxide: The Light-Independent Reaction
Unit 2: Metabolic Processes
 Unit Test# 2 10%
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Chapter 5: DNA structure and organization in the Cell
 Identifying DNA as the Material of Hereditary
 Determining the chemical comparison and DNA structure
 Determining the Three-Dimensional Structure of DNA
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Chapter5: DNA Replication
 Three proposed Models for DNA Replication
 The Molecular Events in DNA replication
 Correcting Errors during DNA Replication
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Chapter6: Gene expression
 The of Transfer of information from DNA
[ Introduction to protein synthesis]
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Chapter6: Transcription: Synthesizing RNA from DNA
 The Molecular Events of transcription
 mRNA modification in Eukaryotes
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Chapter6: Translation: Synthesizing Protein from mRNA
 The molecular Events of translation
 A review of gene Expression
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Chapter6: Translation: Synthesizing Protein from mRNA
 DNA mutation and Effects of Mutagen
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Chapter6: Regulation of Gene Expression
 Activating the Lac Operon
Regulation of Gene Expression in
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Chapter6: Regulation of Gene Expression
 Activating the Lac Operon
 Regulation of Gene Expression in Eukaryotes
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Activity#3: Relating Science to Technology ,Society ,and the Environment[STSE]:Investigating Functions and Applications of RNA
Interference 10%
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Chapter7: Genetic Research and Biotechnology
 Recombinant DNA technology
 Gene Coning in Bacteria
 Steps in PCR
 Analyzing DNA fragment Size
 Analyzing DNA sequence
Unit Three: Molecular Genetics
Unit Test#3 10%
Unit Four: Homeostasis
 Human Body Systems
 Homeostasis
 Feedback System
 Negative Feedback Systems
 Positive feedback Systems
Unit Four: Homeostasis
Chapter8:The Nervous System and Homeostasis
 Structure and Processes of the Nervous System
 An Overview of the Nervous System
 Cells of the Nervous System
 The Structure of a Neuron
 The Reflex Arc
 The Electrical Nature of Nerves
 Myelinated Nerve Impulsive
 Signal transmission across Synapsis
Unit Four: Homeostasis
Chapter 10: Excretion and the Interaction system
 The Organ of the Excretory System
 The Kidneys
 Urine Formation in the Nephron
Unit Four: Homeostasis
Chapter9: The Glands and Hormones of the Endocrine System
 The Endocrine Glands
 The pituitary Gland
 Human growth Hormone
 The Thyroid Gland: A Metabolic Thermostat
 The Adrenal Medulla: Regulating the Short-Tem Stress Response
 The adrenal cortex: Regulating the Long-Term Stress Response
Unit Four: Homeostasis
 Activity#4: Relating Science to Technology, Society, and the Environment[STSE]: Controversial issue paper 10%
Unit Four: Homeostasis
 Unit Test#4 10%
Unit Five: population Dynamics
Chapter 11: Characteristics of Populations
Chapter 11: Factors That Regulate Natural Populations
Unit Five: population Dynamics
Chapter 11: Changes in Population Size
Chapter12: Human Populations

15% Culminating Activity


Final Exam Review
15% FINAL EXAM

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