Gizmos for Newfoundland and Labrador - Science: 11th Grade Biology (Newfoundland and Labrador Curriculum adopted 2009)

This correlation lists the recommended Gizmos for this province's curriculum standards. Click any Gizmo title below for more information.

1: : Matter and Energy for Life

1.1: : Historical Development of the Cell Theory

1.1.1: : explain the cell theory

1.1.1.a: : define biogenesis and abiogenesis

1.3: : Interaction of Cell Structures

1.3.1: : using different types of cells as examples, compare and contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

1.3.1.a: : describe the structural differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

1.3.2: : describe the appearance of cell organelles visible with the light and electron microscopes

1.3.2.b: : describe the role of the following cellular structures:

1.3.2.b.iii: : nucleus

1.3.2.b.iv: : cucleolus

1.3.2.b.vi: : ribosome

1.3.2.b.viii: : chloroplast

1.3.2.b.ix: : vacuole

1.3.2.b.x: : vesicle

1.3.2.b.xii: : microtubules/filaments

1.3.2.c: : compare plant and animal cells in terms of type of organelles present

1.3.3: : describe how organelles manage various cell processes such as ingestion, digestion, transportation and excretion

1.3.3.a: : explain how materials are able to move into and out of cells through a selectively permeable membrane. Include passive transport (osmosis, diffusion and facilitated diffusion), and active transport (exocytosis and endocytosis; pinocytosis, phagocytosis)

1.3.3.c: : describe the effects of osmosis on cells with and without cell walls

1.4: : Photosynthesis and Respiration

1.4.1: : compare and contrast matter and energy transformations associated with the processes of photosynthesis and aerobic respiration

1.4.1.a: : explain the importance of the processes of photosynthesis and aerobic respiration for individual organisms

2: : Biodiversity

2.1: : Classifying Living Things

2.1.1: : explain how scientific knowledge evolves as new evidence comes to light and as laws and theories are tested and subsequently restricted, revised, or replaced

2.1.1.a: : develop a list of characteristics that differentiate living and nonliving things (cells, biogenesis, growth and development, metabolism, water requirement, organic compound production, reproduction with inheritance and adaptations)

2.1.5: : compile and display evidence and information in a variety of formats

2.1.12: : use library and electronic research tools to collect information on modern techniques used in the classification process

2.1.12.a: : explain how organisms are classified using:

2.1.12.a.iii: : structural information

2.1.12.a.iv: : comparative embryology

2.1.12.a.v: : cellular structure

2.1.12.a.vi: : behaviour

2.2: : Diversity Among Living Things

2.2.2: : analyze and explain the life cycle of a sample organism from each kingdom, including a representative virus

2.2.2.a: : Life cycle of:

2.2.2.a.i: : Virus - â??T4â??

3: : Maintaining Dynamic Equilibrium

3.1: : Homeostasis

3.1.1: : explain the concept of homeostasis and its critical nature to living things

3.1.1.a: : define homeostasis including the concept of dynamic equilibrium

3.1.2: : explain the importance of temperature regulation in maintaining homeostasis

3.1.2.b: : describe how homeotherms maintain a dynamic equilibrium

3.2: : Circulatory System

3.2.1: : explain how the human circulatory system helps maintain homeostasis

3.2.1.a: : explain the need for a transport system

3.2.1.b: : explain how the circulatory system contributes to the maintenance of dynamic equilibrium through its role in the transport of heat energy and matter

3.2.1.d: : identify the main components of the human heart and explain the role of each. Include:

3.2.1.d.i: : atria

3.2.1.d.ii: : ventricles

3.2.1.d.iii: : valves (bicuspid, tricuspid, semilunar)

3.2.1.d.iv: : aorta

3.2.1.d.v: : pulmonary vein

3.2.1.d.vi: : pulmonary artery

3.2.1.d.vii: : septum

3.2.1.e: : trace the flow of blood through the heart and describe the pulmonary and systemic pathways

3.2.1.f: : identify the main components of blood and explain the role of each. Include:

3.2.1.f.i: : erythrocytes

3.2.1.f.ii: : leukocytes

3.2.1.f.iii: : platelets

3.2.1.f.iv: : plasma

3.2.6: : identify the impact of circulatory diseases on the homeostasis of an organism

3.2.6.a: : describe disorders linked to the circulatory system and their effect on the homeostasis of the system and the organism as a whole. Include:

3.2.6.a.i: : hypertension

3.2.6.a.ii: : atherosclerosis

3.2.6.a.iii: : arteriosclerosis

3.3: : Respiratory System

3.3.1: : explain how the human respiratory system helps maintain homeostasis

3.3.1.a: : explain the need for a respiratory surface in humans

3.3.1.b: : identify and state the function of:

3.3.1.b.i: : nasal cavity

3.3.1.b.ii: : trachea

3.3.1.b.iii: : bronchi

3.3.1.b.iv: : bronchioles

3.3.1.b.v: : alveoli

3.3.1.b.vi: : diaphragm

3.4: : Digestive System

3.4.1: : explain how the human digestive system helps maintain homeostasis

3.4.1.a: : describe the purpose and functioning of the digestive system

3.4.1.b: : define mechanical and chemical digestion and explain the relationship between them

3.4.1.c: : identify the major organs and glands of digestion and investigate their role in the digestive process Include:

3.4.1.c.i: : salivary glands

3.4.1.c.ii: : stomach

3.4.1.c.iii: : liver

3.4.1.c.iv: : pancreas

3.4.1.c.v: : gall bladder

3.4.1.c.vi: : small intestine

3.4.1.c.vii: : large intestine

3.4.1.d: : trace the pathway of food through the human digestive tract and explain the efficiency of its structure

3.4.1.d.i: : teeth

3.4.1.d.iv: : mucous lining

3.4.1.d.v: : sphincters

3.4.1.d.vi: : villi

3.4.1.d.vii: : peristalsis

3.4.3: : identify the role of some compounds involved in digestion

3.4.3.b: : discuss the general role of enzymes and secretions, and the role of these substances pertaining to the digestive system

3.4.4: : identify and describe the structure and function of the important biochemical compounds, carbohydrates, proteins and lipids

3.4.4.d: : describe the end products of digestion for carbohydrates, lipids and proteins

3.4.7: : describe disorders and the treatment of disorders linked to organs of the digestive system and their effect on the homeostasis of the system and the organism as a whole. Include:

3.4.7.i: : ulcers

3.4.7.ii: : gall stones

3.4.7.iii: : ileitis/colitis

3.4.10: : identify multiple perspectives that influence a science-related decision or issue

3.4.10.b: : discuss whether the images portrayed through the media and advertising promote positive self image and a healthy lifestyle for men and women

3.5: : Excretory System

3.5.1: : explain how the excretory system, helps maintain homeostasis

3.5.1.e: : identify and describe the function of the glomerulus

3.5.1.f: : identify and explain the function of the parts of a nephron. Include:

3.5.1.f.i: : Bowmanâ??s capsule

3.5.1.f.ii: : loop of Henle

3.5.1.f.iii: : tubules-proximal and distal

3.5.1.f.iv: : collecting duct

3.6: : Immune System

3.6.4: : analyze why and how a particular technology was developed and improved over time

3.6.5: : analyze and describe examples where technologies were developed based on scientific understanding

3.6.6: : debate the merits of funding specific scientific or technological endeavors and not others

4: : Interactions Among Living Things

4.1: : Population Change

4.1.1: : describe population growth and explain factors that influence it

4.1.1.c: : explain how biotic potential, environmental resistance and carrying capacity interact in population dynamics

4.1.3: : compile and display evidence and information in a variety of formats

4.1.5: : compare theoretical and empirical population values and account for discrepancies

4.1.5.c: : explain the predator-prey cycle with respect to population growth curves

4.1.7: : evaluate Earthâ??s carrying capacity

4.2: : Global Resources

4.2.1: : considering human population growth and its demands on natural resources

4.2.1.a: : determine the current growth rate of the human population and the projected growth rate

4.2.1.d: : describe the four phases of demographic transition

Correlation last revised: 9/16/2020

Newfoundland and Labrador - Science: 11th Grade Biology

Newfoundland and Labrador Curriculum | Adopted: 2009

1: : Matter and Energy for Life

2: : Biodiversity

3: : Maintaining Dynamic Equilibrium

4: : Interactions Among Living Things