Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Weeks 15 -16 Genetics

Link to recent vocabulary http://www.flashcardmachine.com/machine/?read_only=2369112&p=6u7x

Link to an additional practice activity http://biologica.concord.org/webtest1/web_labs_mendels_peas.htm

Goals:
1. Use the vocabulary: gene, allele, meiosis, zygote, gamete, diploid, haploid, crossing over, dominant, recessive, genotype, phenotype, homozygous, heterozygous.
2. Describe what happens during the phases of meiosis.
3. Describe 3 ways genetic variation is introduced in meiosis and sexual reproduction.
4. Use Punnet Squares to predict genotype and phenotype

Notebook Contents
1. Test Corrections
2. Mendel’s Experiments: Questions
3. Preparing for Genetic Sharing – Meiosis (homework)
4. Probability Lab for basic rules of dominance
5. Review for Quiz (homework) (4th sheet of handout)
6. Notes on Diversity

Quiz on Jan 11√