BIOLOGY FOR LIFE
IB Biology I
IB Biology II
Syllabus
Core
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1: Cell Biology
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1.1: Introduction to Cells
1.2: Ultrastructure of Cells
1.3: Membrane Structure
1.4: Membrane Transport
1.5: The Origin of Cells
1.6: Cell Division
2: Molecular Biology
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2.1: Molecules to Metabolism
2.2: Water
2.3: Carbohydrates and Lipids
2.4: Proteins
2.5: Enzymes
2.6: DNA and RNA
2.7: DNA Replication, Transcription and Translation
2.8: Cell Respiration
2.9: Photosynthesis
3: Genetics
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3.1: Genes
3.2: Chromosomes
3.3: Meiosis
3.4: Inheritance
3.5: Genetic Modification and Biotechnology
4: Ecology
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4.1: Species, Communities and Ecosystems
4.2: Energy Flow
4.3: Carbon Cycling
4.4: Climate Change
5: Evolution and Biodiversity
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5.1: Evidence for Evolution
5.2: Natural Selection
5.3: Classification and Biodiversity
5.4: Cladistics
6: Human Physiology
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6.1: Digestion and Absorption
6.2: The Blood System
6.3: Defense Against Infectious Disease
6.4: Gas Exchange
6.5: Neurons and Synapses
6.6: Hormones, Homeostasis and Reproduction
Higher Level
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7: Nucleic Acids
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7.1: DNA Structure and Replication
7.2: Transcription and Gene Expression
7.3: Translation
8: Metabolism, Cell Respiration & Photosynthesis
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8.1: Metabolism
8.2: Cell Respiration
8.3: Photosynthesis
9: Plant Biology
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9.1: Transport in the Xylem of Plants
9.2: Transport in the Phloem of Plants
9.3: Growth in Plants
9.4: Reproduction in Plants
10: Genetics and Evolution
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10.1: Meiosis
10.2: Inheritance
10.3: Gene Pools and Speciation
11: Animal Physiology
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11.1: Antibody Production and Vaccination
11.2: Movement
11.3: Kidney and Osmoregulation
11.4: Sexual Reproduction
Options
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D: Human Physiology
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D.1: Human Nutrition
D.2: Digestion
D.3: Functions of the Liver
D.4: The Heart
D.5: Hormones and Metabolism
D.6: Transport of Respiratory Gases
IB Requirements
Learner Profile
Group 4 Project
External Exam
Internal Assessment
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Personal Engagement
Exploration
Analysis
Evaluation
Communication
Extended Essay
Investigation Skills
Lab Safety
Microscopy
Lab Drawings
Data Tables
Measurement
Statistics
>
Descriptive Statistics
>
Skew
Measures of Central Tendancy
Measures of Spread
Pearson Correlation
Inferential Statistics
>
T-Test
ANOVA
Kruskal-Wallis
X2 Test for Independence
X2 Goodness of Fit
Graphing
>
Graphing with Excel
Interpreting Error Bars
Error Analysis
Course Info
Above & Beyond
>
Biology Club
Pumpkin Carving
Scavenger Hunt
Science News
IB Bio Dance
Wood Duck Project
Invasive Crayfish Project
Assessment
>
Class Grading IB Bio I
Class Grading IB Bio II
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WICC Assessment
Lab Practicals
Assessment Statements
Class Photos
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Essential Idea:
Cell division is essential but must be controlled.
Outline answer to each objective statement for topic 1.6 (coming soon)
Quizlet study set for this topic
At SHS, Topic 1.6 is taught in the following class unit(s):
Cell Division
(unit 6A)
Cell Cycle and Cancer
(unit 6B)
1.6.U1 Mitosis is division of the nucleus into two genetically identical daughter nuclei.
State the function of mitosis.
List four processes which involve mitosis.
State the names of the four phases of mitosis.
Draw typical eukaryotic cells as they would appear during the interphase and the four phases of mitosis.
Outline four events that occur during prophase.
Outline the process of metaphase, inclusive of the role of microtubules and the kinetochore.
Outline the process of anaphase.
Outline four events that occur during telophase.
1.6.U2 Chromosomes condense by supercoiling during mitosis.
Describe the structure of a replicated chromosome, include the centromere and sister chromatids.
Explain why chromosomes must condense during mitosis.
1.6.U3 Cytokinesis occurs after mitosis and is different in plants and animal cells.
Define cytokinesis.
State the difference between mitosis and cytokinesis.
Contrast cytokinesis in plant and animal cells.
Describe the formation of the cleavage furrow in animal cell cytokinesis.
Describe the formation of the middle lamella and cell wall in plant cell cytokinesis.
1.6.U4 Interphase is a very active phase of the cell cycle with many processes occurring in the nucleus and cytoplasm.
List example metabolic reactions occurring during cell interphase.
Outline events of G1, S, G2 and G0 phases of interphase.
1.6.U5 Cyclins are involved in the control of the cell cycle.
Explain the role of cyclin and cyclin-CDK complexes in controlling the cell cycle.
State the role of cyclins D, B, A and E in the cell cycle.
1.6.U6 Mutagens, oncogenes and metastasis are involved in the development of primary and secondary tumors.
Define tumor, benign, malignant, metastasis, cancer, mutagen and carcinogen.
Describe why mutagens are not necessarily carcinogens.
Describe how cancer arises, referring to accumulation of mutations over time.
Explain the relationship between oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes and cancer.
1.6.A1 The correlation between smoking and incidence of cancers.
Explain the use of correlations to determine the relationship between two variables (inclusive of positive and negative correlations).
Explain why the existence of a correlation does not necessitate a causal relationship between two variables.
Calculate a correlation coefficient using Pearson's R.
Determine if a correlation coefficient value is significant.
Define significant as related to the relationship between two variables.
Use epidemiological case study information to outline the relationships between smoking and cancer.
1.6.S1 Identification of phases of mitosis in cells viewed with a microscope or in a micrograph.
Determine the phase of mitosis of a cell viewed in a micrograph or with a microscope.
1.6.S2 Determination of a mitotic index from a micrograph
State the formula for calculation of a mitotic index.
Calculate the mitotic index of a tissue as seen in a micrograph.
Outline the use of mitotic index calculations in diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
1.6.NOS Serendipity and scientific discoveries- the discoveries of cyclins was accidental.
Outline the discovery of cyclins including the role of serendipity.
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(2018-04-02)
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(2018-02-28)
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(2018-02-27)
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(2017-12-04)
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(2017-10-09)
Discovery of chromosome motor supports DNA loop extrusion
(2017-09-07)
Chromosome mechanics guide nuclear assembly
(2017-08-24)
Unraveling cell division: Process of mitosis more clear, thanks to new research
(2014-09-16)
Unlocking long-hidden mechanisms of plant cell division
(2014-09-25)
Cells check DNA segregation at the end of their division
(2015-05-05)
DNA replication: Protein scaffold created by researchers
(2015-05-27)
Scientists identify structure of crucial enzyme in cell division
(2016-03-30)
Purging the body of 'retired' cells could reverse ageing, study shows
(2017-03-23)
'Hail Mary' mechanism can rescue cells with severely damaged chromosomes
(2017-06-05)
A biological quest leads to a new kind of breast cancer drug
(2015-02-19)
An unstoppable killer: New research suggests cancer can't be eradicated
(2014-08-21)
Cancer’s random assault
(2015-01-05)
An extra protein gives naked mole rats more power to stop cancer
(2015-02-04)
Know your exposure: A cancer quiz
(2015-02-11)
You can still get skin cancer in the shade
(2015-02-19)
Gene previously observed only in brain is important driver of metastatic breast cancer
(2016-02-12)
THE CANCER ALMANAC
(2016-05-12)
A Map To Help Cancer Doctors Find Their Way
(2016-09-09)
Smoking and mortality — Beyond established causes
(2015-02-12)
A New Death Toll for Smoking
(2016-10-31)
DNA study lays bare devastating damage caused by smoking
(2016-11-03)
Cancer Is Partly Caused By Bad Luck, Study Finds
(2017-03-23)
Century-old tumours could shed light on rare childhood cancers
(2017-05-18)
Why do BRCA1 mutations cause predominantly breast and ovarian cancer?
(2017-07-18)
IB Biology I
IB Biology II
Syllabus
Core
>
1: Cell Biology
>
1.1: Introduction to Cells
1.2: Ultrastructure of Cells
1.3: Membrane Structure
1.4: Membrane Transport
1.5: The Origin of Cells
1.6: Cell Division
2: Molecular Biology
>
2.1: Molecules to Metabolism
2.2: Water
2.3: Carbohydrates and Lipids
2.4: Proteins
2.5: Enzymes
2.6: DNA and RNA
2.7: DNA Replication, Transcription and Translation
2.8: Cell Respiration
2.9: Photosynthesis
3: Genetics
>
3.1: Genes
3.2: Chromosomes
3.3: Meiosis
3.4: Inheritance
3.5: Genetic Modification and Biotechnology
4: Ecology
>
4.1: Species, Communities and Ecosystems
4.2: Energy Flow
4.3: Carbon Cycling
4.4: Climate Change
5: Evolution and Biodiversity
>
5.1: Evidence for Evolution
5.2: Natural Selection
5.3: Classification and Biodiversity
5.4: Cladistics
6: Human Physiology
>
6.1: Digestion and Absorption
6.2: The Blood System
6.3: Defense Against Infectious Disease
6.4: Gas Exchange
6.5: Neurons and Synapses
6.6: Hormones, Homeostasis and Reproduction
Higher Level
>
7: Nucleic Acids
>
7.1: DNA Structure and Replication
7.2: Transcription and Gene Expression
7.3: Translation
8: Metabolism, Cell Respiration & Photosynthesis
>
8.1: Metabolism
8.2: Cell Respiration
8.3: Photosynthesis
9: Plant Biology
>
9.1: Transport in the Xylem of Plants
9.2: Transport in the Phloem of Plants
9.3: Growth in Plants
9.4: Reproduction in Plants
10: Genetics and Evolution
>
10.1: Meiosis
10.2: Inheritance
10.3: Gene Pools and Speciation
11: Animal Physiology
>
11.1: Antibody Production and Vaccination
11.2: Movement
11.3: Kidney and Osmoregulation
11.4: Sexual Reproduction
Options
>
D: Human Physiology
>
D.1: Human Nutrition
D.2: Digestion
D.3: Functions of the Liver
D.4: The Heart
D.5: Hormones and Metabolism
D.6: Transport of Respiratory Gases
IB Requirements
Learner Profile
Group 4 Project
External Exam
Internal Assessment
>
Personal Engagement
Exploration
Analysis
Evaluation
Communication
Extended Essay
Investigation Skills
Lab Safety
Microscopy
Lab Drawings
Data Tables
Measurement
Statistics
>
Descriptive Statistics
>
Skew
Measures of Central Tendancy
Measures of Spread
Pearson Correlation
Inferential Statistics
>
T-Test
ANOVA
Kruskal-Wallis
X2 Test for Independence
X2 Goodness of Fit
Graphing
>
Graphing with Excel
Interpreting Error Bars
Error Analysis
Course Info
Above & Beyond
>
Biology Club
Pumpkin Carving
Scavenger Hunt
Science News
IB Bio Dance
Wood Duck Project
Invasive Crayfish Project
Assessment
>
Class Grading IB Bio I
Class Grading IB Bio II
Daily Quizzes
WICC Assessment
Lab Practicals
Assessment Statements
Class Photos
Recommendations
Supplemental Reading
Contact
About
Philosophy
Resume
Reflection
Site Feedback
Favorite Quotes
AEF Blog
Expeditions
Bahamas (2009)
Trinidad (2010)
Trinidad (2011)
Ecuador (2012)
Trinidad (2013)
Peru (2014)
Bahamas (2015)
Peru (2016)
Costa Rica (2017)
Costa Rica (2018)
Peru (2020)
Alumni
Summer Ecology Research