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Biology 12: Course Outline

Biology 12 is an introductory Biology course in which you study: The Processes of Science (A), Cell Biology (B), and Human Biology (C).

Instructors: Ms. Dow and Mr. Fox

Course Website: http://dowscience.weebly.com/ and http://foxsciencecentre.weebly.com/

Text: -Biology: Concepts and Connections, 8th edition, by Reece, Taylor, Dickey and Simon. This is a newer edition than what was used for Biology 11. -Web content for Campbell, Concepts and Connections, 8e and access to Mastering Biology can be obtained by visiting www.pearsonschool.com/access, and following the instructions provided by your teacher.

Supplies:You will need a pen, pencil, highlighters, small metric ruler, eraser and large binder containing lined and unlined paper. Lab reports and drawings should be inserted into the binder at the appropriate locations. Certain labs may require a calculator.

Laboratories:Participation in the process of science is a necessary component in the understanding and appreciation of any science course. Students are expected to complete all the labs and present individual lab write ups. Diagram guidelines are as follows:

All diagrams should have an appropriate, underlined title All diagrams are to be drawn with a sharp pencil. A pencil and ruler are to be used for label lines. All microscope diagrams must include the magnification. Marks will be deducted for diagrams that do not adhere to above.

Referencing: All referencing will be in APA format. Accurate referencing and in text citation is expected for assignments.

Assignments: Students will complete one main research assignment during the year. More information will be given to you at the end of September.

Tutorials:Extra help can be arranged simply by requesting a time which is convenient for both of us.

Critical Thinking

Biology 12: Course Outline 2014-2015

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The Science Department considers the development of the critical thinking skills of our students to be essential to their success in science and in life. Critical thinking is a complex process with many essential facets. In order to address this complexity we have chosen areas of focus for each grade. These are indicated in the table below. As students’ progress through these grades they will continue to master the skills from earlier grades. The skills chosen as a focus for later grades will also not be ignored in the earlier grades. Each student report card will include a comment on the progress being made in the grade specific area of critical thinking. The table below indicates the areas of focus per grade.Critical Thinking Skills Grade Ask pertinent questions 7Adjust opinions when new facts are found. 7Admit a lack of understanding or information where necessary 7Look for evidence 8Examine problems carefully 8Analyze data 8, 9Define criteria 9Weigh evidence and draw reasoned conclusions 9Reject incorrect or irrelevant information 10Assess statements and arguments 10, 11Identify assumptions and biases 10, 11Consider a variety of explanations 11, 12Identify missing information 11Suspend judgement until all facts have been gathered and considered

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Synthesize concepts across disciplines 12


Evaluation:To achieve at your best level in Biology, you should read the text material before it is covered in class and review it after class and before tests. Read actively; attempt to answer the chapter review questions; refer to the extra material on the text website, ask pertinent questions. Enrich your knowledge by reading journals and articles related to what we are studying in class.

Your grade in Biology 12 will be determined as follows: 30% final cumulative school examination

The remaining 70% of your mark will be determined as follows: 40% unit tests 15% laboratory work and other assignments 10% quizzes based on daily work 5% Research project

Note: Because Biology is an activity-oriented course, excellent attendance will assist you to achieve not only your best results but also your best level of satisfaction in the course.The Collingwood test and plagiarism policies will be adhered to.

Absence from tests: The Collingwood test policy will be adhered to:

After an absence, students will write the test no later than the day of the second class following their return. If they fail to do so, they will receive a zero. Students will, however, be expected to demonstrate his/her knowledge of the material. The only exceptions will be in the submission of a doctor’s note. Teachers will notify parents via an email or phone call before the final day that the writing can occur. For further information on test writing expectations, please refer to the Collingwood School Academic Integrity Document: Plagiarism & Test Taking Agreement.

*Retests will occur every Thursday morning at 7:10am.

Late Submissions Late submissions will inevitably affect the effort mark given for the course as well as the grade for that assignment. Instances do occur, however, when a late submission may be necessary. If you are going to be absent, ask for an extension in advance. The Collingwood late policy (as outlined below) will be in effect.

Submission Date Punctuality DeductionsOn-time No deduction1 school day late 10% off total assignment mark2 school days late 20% off total assignment mark3 school days late 30% off total assignment mark4-6 school days late Assignment will be on pass-fail basis only7+ school days late Assignment will be given a zero


Course ContentThe BC Ministry curriculum for Biology 12 is followed. Reference: http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/irp/pdfs/sciences/2006biology1112.pdf

For each unit, a list of vocabulary words is given. These words, although not necessarily mentioned in the learning outcomes, are considered essential to the course, and could be used in examination questions. You should be familiar with the meaning of all vocabulary words.

The following Process Words could be used in test and examination questions:compare (state similarities and differences)contrast (state differences only)explainfacilitate (help)describerelative (relatively high or low)

It is important that you distinguish the meaning of these words so that you can interpret what the question is asking you.

A. Processes of Biology (Estimated Time: integrated throughout the course)

Vocabularyconclusion, control, control group, controlled variable, dependent variable, electron micrograph, experimental group, experimental variable, independent variable, reliable, repeatable procedure, sample size, scientific method, testable hypothesis

It is expected that students will:

A1 Demonstrate safe and correct technique for a variety of laboratory procedures A1.1 demonstrate the correct use of a dissection microscopeA1.2 demonstrate safe and correct dissection techniqueA1.3 demonstrate the correct use of a compound microscope

A2 Design an experiment using the scientific method A2.1 formulate a testable hypothesis to investigate a scientific problem (e.g.,

factors affecting enzyme activity, tonicity of various cells)A2.2 formulate and carry out a repeatable, controlled procedure to test the

hypothesis:– identify controlled versus experimental variables– identify the independent and dependent variables– use control and experimental groups, as appropriate– use a control as appropriate– use appropriate sample size


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A2.3 observe, measure, and record dataA2.4 interpret results to draw conclusionsA2.5 determine whether the conclusions support or reject the hypothesisA2.6 determine whether the experiment is reliableA2.7 use information and conclusions as a basis for further comparisons,

investigations, or analyses

A3 Interpret data from a variety of text and visual sources

A3.1 use data from a variety of representations (e.g., diagrams, electron micrographs, graphs, photographs) to make inferences and generalizations

A3.2 draw and present conclusions, applying the most appropriate means to communicate (e.g., graph, diagram, model, formula, map, visual)

A4 Students will learn to prepare for, study for, and write a cumulative exam that covers all material in this discipline.

Science writing skills will be developed via essay writing and lab write ups.

B. Cell Biology

Cell Biology - Cell Structure and Function (Estimated Time: 5–6 hours)

Vocabularycell membrane, cell wall, cellular respiration, chloroplast, chromatin, chromosome, cristae, cytoplasm, cytoskeleton, Golgi bodies, lysosome, matrix, mitochondria, nuclear envelope, nuclear pore, nucleolus, nucleus, organelle, polysome, ribosome, rough endoplasmic reticulum, smooth endoplasmic reticulum, vacuole, vesicle


B1 Analyse the functional inter-relationships of cell structures

B1.1 describe the following cell structures and their functions:– cell membrane– cell wall– chloroplast– cytoskeleton– cytoplasm– Golgi bodies– lysosomes– mitochondria – including cristae and matrix– nucleus – including nuclear pore, nucleolus, chromatin, nuclear

envelope, and chromosomes


– ribosomes (polysomes)– smooth and rough endoplasmic reticulum– vacuoles– vesicles

B1.2 state the balanced chemical equation for cellular respirationB1.3 describe how the following organelles function to compartmentalize the

cell and move materials through it:– rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum– vesicles– Golgi bodies– cell membrane

B1.4 identify cell structures depicted in diagrams and electron micrographs

Cell Biology - Cell Compounds and Biological Molecules (Estimated Time: 7–9 hours)

Vocabularyacid, acid (carboxyl) group, adenine, adenosine triphosphate (ATP), alpha helix, amine group, amino acid, base, beta pleated sheet, bonding, buffer, carbohydrate, cellulose, complementary base pairing, cytosine, dehydration synthesis, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), deoxyribose, dipeptide, disaccharide, double helix, glucose, glycerol, guanine, glycogen, hemoglobin, hydrogen bonding, hydrolysis, lipid, lubricant, maltose, monomer, monosaccharide, neutral fat, nitrogenous base, nucleic acids, nucleotide, organic, peptide bond, pH, phosphate, phospholipid, polarity, polymer, polypeptide, polysaccharide, primary structure, protein, quaternary structure, R-group, ribonucleic acid (RNA), ribose, saturated fatty acid, secondary structure, solvent, starch, steroid, sugar-phosphate backbone, temperature regulator, tertiary structure, thymine, unsaturated fatty acid, uracil


B2 Describe the characteristics of water and its role in biological systems

B2.1 describe the role of water as a solvent, temperature regulator, and lubricantB2.2 describe how the polarity of the water molecule results in hydrogen

bonding

B3 Describe the role of acids, bases, and buffers in biological systems in the human body

B3.1 differentiate among acids, bases, and buffersB3.2 describe the importance of pH to biological systems in the human body

B4 Analyse the structure and function of biological molecules in living systems, including – carbohydrates – lipids – proteins – nucleic acids


B4.1 demonstrate a knowledge of dehydration synthesis and hydrolysis as applied to organic monomers and polymers

B4.2 differentiate among carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids with respect to chemical structure

B4.3 recognize the following molecules in structural diagrams:– adenosine triphosphate (ATP)– deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)– disaccharide– glucose– glycerol– hemoglobin– monosaccharide– neutral fat– phospholipid– polysaccharide (starch, glycogen, and cellulose)– ribose– RNA– saturated and unsaturated fatty acids– steroids

B4.4 recognize the empirical formula of a monosaccharide as CnH2nOnB4.5 list the main functions of carbohydrates B4.6 differentiate among monosaccharides (e.g., glucose), disaccharides (e.g.,

maltose), and polysaccharides B4.7 differentiate among starch, cellulose, and glycogen with respect to

– function – type of bonding – level of branching

B4.8 describe the location, structure, and function of the following in the human body:

– neutral fats – steroids– phospholipids

B4.9 compare saturated and unsaturated fatty acids in terms of molecular structure

B4.10 list the major functions of proteinsB4.11 draw a generalized amino acid and identify the amine, acid (carboxyl), and

R-groupsB4.12 identify the peptide bonds in dipeptides and polypeptidesB4.13 differentiate among the following levels of protein organization with

respect to structure and types of bonding:– primary– secondary (alpha helix, beta pleated sheet)– tertiary– quaternary (e.g., hemoglobin)

B4.14 list the major functions of nucleic acids (RNA and DNA)


B4.15 name the four nitrogenous bases in ribonucleic acid (RNA) and describe the structure of RNA using the following terms:

– nucleotide (ribose, phosphate, nitrogenous base, adenine, uracil, cytosine, guanine)

– linear, single stranded– sugar-phosphate backbone

B4.16 name the four nitrogenous bases in DNA and describe the structure of DNA using the following terms:

– nucleotide (deoxyribose, phosphate, nitrogenous base, adenine, thymine, cytosine, guanine)

– complementary base pairing– double helix– hydrogen bonding– sugar-phosphate backbone

B4.17 compare the general structural composition of DNA and RNA B4.18 relate the general structure of the ATP molecule to its role as the “energy

currency” of cells

Cell Biology - DNA Replication (Estimated Time: 4–5 hours)

Vocabularycomplementary base pairing, DNA helicase, DNA polymerase, nucleotides, recombinant DNA, replication, semi-conservative replication


B5 Describe DNA replication

B5.1 describe the three steps in the semi–conservative replication of DNA: – “unzipping” (DNA helicase)– complementary base pairing (DNA polymerase)– joining of adjacent nucleotides (DNA polymerase)

B5.2 describe the purpose of DNA replication B5.3 identify the site of DNA replication within the cell

B6 Describe recombinant DNA

B6.1 define recombinant DNAB6.2 describe a minimum of three uses for recombinant DNA


Cell Biology - Protein Synthesis (Estimated Time: 4-6 hours)

Vocabularyamino acid, anti-codon, codon, DNA sequence (genetic code), elongation, environmental mutagen, genetic disorder, initiation, messenger RNA (mRNA), mutation, polypeptide chain, ribosomes, termination, transcription, transfer RNA (tRNA), translation


B7 Demonstrate an understanding of the process of protein synthesis

B7.1 identify the roles of DNA, messenger RNA (mRNA), transfer RNA (tRNA), and ribosomes in the processes of transcription and translation, including initiation, elongation, and termination

B7.2 determine the sequence of amino acids coded for by a specific DNA sequence (genetic code), given a table of mRNA codons

B7.3 identify the complementary nature of the mRNA codon and the tRNA anti-codon

B8 Explain how mutations in DNA affect protein synthesis

B8.1 give examples of two environmental mutagens that can cause mutations in humans

B8.2 use examples to explain how mutations in DNA change the sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain, and as a result may lead to genetic disorders

Cell Biology - Transport across Cell Membrane (Estimated Time: 6-7 hours)

Vocabularyactive transport, carbohydrates, carrier protein, cell membrane, channel protein, cholesterol, concentration gradient, diffusion, endocytosis, exocytosis, facilitated transport, fluid-mosaic membrane model, glycolipid, glycoprotein, hydrophilic, hydrophobic, hypertonic, hypotonic, isotonic, osmosis, passive transport processes, phagocytosis, phospholipid, phospholipid bilayer, pinocytosis, pressure gradient, protein, selectively permeable, surface area-to-volume ratio, tonicity


B9 Analyse the structure and function of the cell membrane

B9.1 apply knowledge of organic molecules – including phospholipids, proteins, glycoproteins, glycolipids, carbohydrates, and cholesterol – to explain the structure and function of the fluid-mosaic membrane model


B9.2 identify the hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions of the phospholipid bilayer

B9.3 explain why the cell membrane is described as “selectively permeable”B9.4 describe passive transport processes including diffusion, osmosis, and

facilitated transportB9.5 explain factors that affect the rate of diffusion across a cell membrane

(e.g., temperature, size of molecule, charge of molecule, concentration gradient, pressure gradient)

B9.6 predict the effects of hypertonic, isotonic, and hypotonic environments on osmosis in animal cells

B9.7 describe active transport processes including active transport, endocytosis (phagocytosis and pinocytosis), and exocytosis

B9.8 compare specific transport processes – including diffusion, osmosis, facilitated transport, active transport, endocytosis, and exocytosis – in terms of

– concentration gradient– use of channel or carrier protein – use of energy– types/sizes of molecules transported

B9.9 devise an experiment using the scientific method (e.g., to investigate the tonicity of cells)

B10 Explain why cells divide when they reach a particular surface area-to-volume ratio

B10.1 differentiate between cells that have a high or low surface area-to-volume ratio

B10.2 demonstrate an understanding of the significance of surface area-to-volume ratio in cell size

Cell Biology - Enzymes (Estimated Time: 6-7 hours)

Vocabularyactivation energy, biochemical reaction, coenzyme, competitive inhibitor, enzyme, enzyme activity, enzyme concentration, heavy metal, induced fit model, metabolism, non-competitive inhibitor, pH, proteins, substrate, substrate concentration, thyroid, thyroxin, vitamins


B11 Analyse the roles of enzymes in biochemical reactions

B11.1 explain the following terms: metabolism, enzyme, substrate, coenzyme, activation energy

B11.2 use graphs to identify the role of enzymes in lowering the activation energy of a biochemical reaction


B11.3 explain models of enzymatic action (e.g., induced fit)B11.4 differentiate between the roles of enzymes and coenzymes in biochemical

reactionsB11.5 identify the role of vitamins as coenzymesB11.6 apply knowledge of proteins to explain the effects on enzyme activity of

pH, temperature, substrate concentration, enzyme concentration, competitive inhibitors, and non-competitive inhibitors including heavy metals

B11.7 devise an experiment using the scientific method (e.g., to investigate the activity of enzymes)

B11.8 identify the thyroid as the source gland for thyroxin, and relate the function of thyroxin to metabolism

C. Human Biology

Human Biology - Digestive System (Estimated Time 8-10 hours)

Vocabularyabsorption, anaerobic bacteria, anus, appendix, bile, capillary, cardiac sphincter, chemical digestion, digestive enzyme, digestive tract, duodenum, emulsification, epiglottis, esophagus, gall bladder, gastric juice, hydrochloric acid (HCl), insulin, intestinal juice, lacteals, large intestine (colon), lipase, liver, maltase, microvillus, nuclease, pancreas, pancreatic amylase, pancreatic juice, pepsin, pepsinogen, peptidase, peristalsis, pH, pharynx, physical digestion, protease, pyloric sphincter, rectum, salivary amylase, salivary gland, salivary juice/saliva, small intestine, sodium bicarbonate, stomach, swallowing, trypsin, villus

It is expected that students will:C1 Analyse the functional inter-relationships of the structures of the digestive

system

C1.1 identify and give a function for each of the following:– mouth– tongue– teeth– salivary glands– pharynx– epiglottis– esophagus– cardiac sphincter– stomach– pyloric sphincter– duodenum– liver– gall bladder– pancreas


– small intestine– appendix– large intestine (colon)– rectum– anus

C1.2 describe swallowing and peristalsisC1.3 identify the pancreas as the source gland for insulin, and describe the

function of insulin in maintaining blood sugar levelsC1.4 list at least six major functions of the liverC1.5 explain the role of bile in the emulsification of fatsC1.6 describe how the small intestine is specialized for chemical and physical

digestion and absorptionC1.7 describe the structure of the villus, including microvilli, and explain the

functions of the capillaries and lacteals within itC1.8 describe the functions of anaerobic bacteria in the colonC1.9 demonstrate the correct use of the dissection microscope to examine the

various structures of the digestive system

C2 Describe the components, pH, and digestive actions of salivary, gastric, pancreatic, and intestinal juices

C2.1 relate the following digestive enzymes to their glandular sources and describe the digestive reactions they promote:

– salivary amylase– pancreatic amylase– proteases (pepsinogen, pepsin, trypsin)– lipase– peptidase– maltase– nuclease

C2.2 describe the role of water as a component of digestive juicesC2.3 describe the role of sodium bicarbonate in pancreatic juiceC2.4 describe the role of hydrochloric acid (HCl) in gastric juiceC2.5 describe the role of mucus in gastric juiceC2.6 describe the importance of the pH level in various regions of the digestive

tract


Human Biology - Circulatory System (Estimated Time: 14-16 hours)

Vocabularyanterior vena cava, antibody, antigen, aorta, arterial duct atrioventricular valve, autonomic nervous system, atrioventricular (AV) node, blood, blood pressure, blood velocity, blood vessel, capillary-tissue fluid exchange, carotid artery, chordae tendineae, coronary artery, coronary vein, diastolic pressure, fetal circulation, heart rate, hepatic portal vein, hepatic vein, hypertension, hypotension, iliac artery, iliac vein, jugular vein, left atrium, left ventricle, lymph capillaries, lymph node, lymphatic system, lymphatic veins, mesenteric artery, oval opening, plasma, platelets, posterior vena cava, pulmonary arteries, pulmonary circulation, pulmonary trunk, pulmonary veins, Purkinje fibres, red blood cell, renal artery, renal vein, right atrium, right ventricle, sinoatrial (SA) node, semi-lunar valve, septum, subclavian artery, subclavian vein, systemic circulation, systolic pressure, total cross-sectional area, umbilical artery, umbilical vein, valve, veins, venous duct, vessel wall, white blood cell


C3 Describe the inter-relationships of the structures the heart

C3.1 identify and give functions (including where blood is coming from and going to, as applicable) for each of the following:

– left and right atria– left and right ventricles– coronary arteries and veins– anterior and posterior vena cava– aorta– pulmonary arteries and veins– pulmonary trunk– atrioventricular valves– chordae tendineae– semi-lunar valves– septum

C3.2 recognize heart structures using both internal and external diagram views

C4 Analyse the relationship between heart rate and blood pressure

C4.1 describe the location and functions of the sinoatrial (SA) node, atrioventricular (AV) node, and Purkinje fibres

C4.2 describe how the autonomic nervous system increases and decreases heart rate and blood pressure

C4.3 differentiate between systolic and diastolic pressures


C4.4 describe hypertension and hypotension and their causesC4.5 demonstrate the measurement of blood pressure

C5 Analyse the functional inter-relationships of the vessels of the circulatory system

C5.1 identify and give the function (including where the vessel is carrying blood from and where it is carrying blood to) of each of the following:

– subclavian arteries and veins– jugular veins– carotid arteries– mesenteric arteries– anterior and posterior vena cava– pulmonary veins and arteries– hepatic vein– hepatic portal vein– renal arteries and veins– iliac arteries and veins– coronary arteries and veins– aorta

C5.2 describe and differentiate among the five types of blood vessels with reference to characteristics such as

– structure and thickness of vessel walls– presence of valves– direction of blood flow (toward or away from the heart)

C5.3 differentiate between pulmonary and systemic circulation with respect to oxygenation or deoxygenation of blood in the vessels involved

C5.4 demonstrate a knowledge of the path of a blood cell from the aorta through the body and back to the left ventricle

C5.5 relate blood pressure and blood velocity to the total cross-sectional area of the five types of blood vessels

C5.6 describe capillary-tissue fluid exchangeC5.7 identify and describe differences in structure and circulation between fetal

and adult systems, with reference to umbilical vein and arteries, oval opening, venous duct, arterial duct

C6 Describe the components of blood

C6.1 describe the shape, function, and origin of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets

C6.2 list the major components of plasmaC6.3 explain the roles of antigens and antibodies

C7 Describe the inter-relationships of the structures of the lymphatic system

C7.1 describe the functions of the lymphatic system


C7.2 identify and give functions of lymph capillaries, veins, and nodes

Human Biology - Respiratory System (Estimated Time: 6-8 hours)Vocabulary

alveoli, aortic bodies, bicarbonate ions, bronchi, bronchioles, carbaminohemoglobin, carbon dioxide, carbonic anhydrase, carotid bodies, cilia, diaphragm, exhalation, external respiration, hydrogen ions, inhalation, intercostal (rib) muscles, internal respiration, larynx, lungs, mucus, nasal cavity, oxygen, oxyhemoglobin, pH, pharynx, pleural membrane, reduced hemoglobin, respiratory centre in the medulla oblongata, respiratory tract, ribs, stretch receptors, thoracic cavity, trachea


C8 Analyse the functional inter-relationships of the structures of the respiratory system

C8.1 identify and give functions for each of the following:– nasal cavity– pharynx– larynx– trachea– bronchi– bronchioles– alveoli– diaphragm and ribs– pleural membranes– thoracic cavity

C8.2 explain the roles of cilia and mucus in the respiratory tractC8.3 explain the relationship between the structure and function of alveoli

C9 Analyse the processes of breathing

C9.1 describe the interactions of the following structures in the breathing process:

– respiratory centre in the medulla oblongata– lungs– pleural membranes– diaphragm– intercostal (rib) muscles– stretch receptors

C9.2 compare the processes of inhalation and exhalationC9.3 explain the roles of carbon dioxide and hydrogen ions in stimulating the

respiratory centre in the medulla oblongata


C9.4 explain the roles of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and hydrogen ions in stimulating carotid and aortic bodies

C10 Analyse internal and external respiration

C10.1 describe the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen during internal and external respiration, including

– location of exchange – conditions that favour exchange (e.g., pH, temperature)

C10.2 explain the roles of oxyhemoglobin, carbaminohemoglobin, reduced hemoglobin, bicarbonate ions, and carbonic anhydrase in the transport of carbon dioxide and oxygen in the blood

C10.3 write the chemical equations for internal and external respiration

Human Biology - Nervous System (Estimated Time: 12-14 hours)

Vocabularyacetylcholine (ACh), acetylcholinesterase (AChE), action potential, adrenal medulla, adrenalin, “all-or-none” response, autonomic nervous system, axomembrane, axon, axoplasm, calcium ion, cell body, central nervous system, cerebellum, cerebrum, corpus callosum, dendrite, depolarization, effector, excitatory neurotransmitter, hypothalamus, impulse, inhibitory neurotransmitter, interneuron, medulla oblongata, meninges, motor neuron, myelin sheath, myelinated nerve fibre, neuroendocrine control centre, neuron, neurotransmitters, node of Ranvier, norepinephrine, parasympathetic division, peripheral nervous system, pituitary gland, polarity, postsynaptic membrane, potassium gate, presynaptic membrane, protractile protein, receptor, reflex arc, refractory period, repolarization, resting potential, saltatory transmission, Schwann cell, sensory neuron, sodium gate, sodium-potassium pump, somatic nervous system, sympathetic division, synapse, synaptic cleft, synaptic ending, synaptic vesicle, thalamus, threshold value


C11 Analyse the transmission of nerve impulses

C11.1 identify and give functions for each of the following: dendrite, cell body, axon, axoplasm, and axomembrane

C11.2 differentiate among sensory, motor, and interneurons with respect to structure and function

C11.3 explain the transmission of a nerve impulse through a neuron, using the following terms:

– resting and action potential


– depolarization and repolarization– refractory period– sodium and potassium gates– sodium-potassium pump– threshold value– “all-or-none” response– polarity

C11.4 relate the structure of a myelinated nerve fibre to the speed of impulse conduction, with reference to myelin sheath, Schwann cell, node of Ranvier, and saltatory transmission

C11.5 identify the major components of a synapse, including– synaptic ending– presynaptic and postsynaptic membranes– synaptic cleft– synaptic vesicle– calcium ions and contractile proteins– excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters (e.g., norepinephrine,

acetylcholine – ACh)– receptor– acetylcholinesterase (AChE)

C11.6 explain the process by which impulses travel across a synapseC11.7 describe how neurotransmitters are broken down in the synaptic cleftC11.8 describe the structure of a reflex arc (receptor, sensory neuron,

interneuron, motor neuron, and effector) and relate its structure to how it functions

C12 Analyse the functional inter-relationships of the divisions of the nervous system

C12.1 compare the locations and functions of the central and peripheral nervous systems

C12.2 identify and give functions for each of the following parts of the brain:– medulla oblongata– cerebrum– thalamus– cerebellum– hypothalamus– pituitary gland– corpus callosum– meninges

C12.3 explain how the hypothalamus and pituitary gland interact as the neuroendocrine control centre

C12.4 differentiate between the functions of the autonomic and somatic nervous systems


C12.5 describe the inter-related functions of the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system, with reference to

– effect on body functions including heart rate, breathing rate, pupil size, digestion

– neurotransmitters involved– overall response (“fight or flight” or relaxed state)

C12.6 identify the source gland for adrenalin (adrenal medulla) and explain its role in the “fight or flight” response

Human Biology - Urinary System (Estimated Time: 9-11 hours)

Vocabularyantidiuretic hormone (ADH), adrenal cortex, afferent and efferent arterioles, aldosterone, ammonia, Bowman’s capsule, collecting duct, glomerulus, glucose, homeostasis, hypothalamus, kidney, loop of Henle, metabolic waste, nephron, nitrogenous waste, osmotic gradient, peritubular capillary network, pH, posterior pituitary, pressure filtration, proximal and distal convoluted tubules, reabsorption of water, renal artery, renal cortex, renal medulla, renal pelvis, renal vein, selective reabsorption, tubular excretion, urea, ureter, urethra, urinary bladder, urine


C13 Analyse the functional inter-relationships of the structures of the urinary system

C13.1 identify and explain the functions of each of the following:– kidney– ureter– urethra– urinary bladder– renal cortex– renal medulla– renal pelvis– nephron

C13.2 identify and explain the functions of the following components of the nephron:

– glomerulus– Bowman’s capsule– afferent and efferent arterioles– peritubular capillary network– proximal and distal convoluted tubules– collecting duct– loop of Henle


C13.3 describe the production of urine with reference to the following terms:– pressure filtration– selective reabsorption– reabsorption of water following an osmotic gradient– tubular excretion– metabolic waste (e.g., nitrogenous waste, urea, ammonia)

C13.4 describe how the kidneys maintain blood pHC13.5 compare urea and glucose content of blood in the renal artery with that of

the renal veinC13.6 identify the source glands for antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and aldosterone C13.7 describe how the hypothalamus, posterior pituitary, ADH, and the nephron

achieve homeostasis of water levels in the bloodC13.8 describe how the adrenal cortex, aldosterone, and the nephron achieve

homeostasis of water and sodium levels in the blood

Human Biology - Reproductive System (Estimated Time: 9-11 hours)Vocabulary

acrosome, anterior pituitary, cervix, clitoris, corpus luteum, Cowper’s glands, ductus (vas) deferens, endometrium, epididymis, estrogen, follicles, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), follicular phase, gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), head, homeostatic regulation, human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG), hypothalamus, implantation, interstitial cells, luteal phase, luteinizing hormone (LH), menstruation, midpiece, ovarian cycle, ovaries, oviducts (fallopian tubes), ovulation, oxytocin, penis, positive feedback mechanism, progesterone, proliferative phase, prostate gland, scrotum, secretory phase, seminal fluid, seminal vesicles, seminiferous tubules, sperm, tail (flagellum), testes, testosterone, urethra, urethral opening, uterine cycle, uterus, vagina


C14 Analyse the functional inter-relationships of the structures of the male reproductive system

C14.1 identify and give functions for each of the following:– testes (seminiferous tubules and interstitial cells)– scrotum– epididymis– ductus (vas) deferens– prostate gland– Cowper’s glands– seminal vesicles– penis– urethra


C14.2 describe the path of sperm from the seminiferous tubules to the urethral opening

C14.3 list the components seminal fluid (as contributed by the Cowper’s glands, prostate gland, and seminal vesicles), and describe the functions of each component

C14.4 identify the tail (flagellum), midpiece, head, and acrosome of a mature sperm and state their functions

C14.5 describe the functions of testosteroneC14.6 describe the homeostatic regulation of testosterone levels by the

hypothalamus, anterior pituitary, and testes

C15 Analyse the functional inter-relationships of the structures of the female reproductive system

C15.1 identify and give functions for each of the following:– ovaries (follicles and corpus luteum)– oviducts (fallopian tubes)– uterus– endometrium– cervix– vagina– clitoris

C15.2 describe the functions of estrogenC15.3 describe the sequence of events in the ovarian cycle, with reference to the

follicular phase, ovulation, and the luteal phaseC15.4 describe the sequence of events in the uterine cycle, with reference to

menstruation, the proliferative phase, and the secretory phaseC15.5 describe the control of the ovarian and uterine cycles by hormones

including gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), estrogen, and progesterone

C15.6 describe the hormonal changes that occur as a result of implantation, including

– production of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) to maintain the corpus luteum

– increased production of progesterone by the corpus luteumC15.7 describe a positive feedback mechanism involving oxytocin


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