Gizmos for Virginia - Science: Biology I (Standards of Learning adopted 2018)

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

BIO.1: The student will demonstrate an understanding of scientific and engineering practices by

BIO.1.a: asking questions and defining problems

BIO.1.a.3: generate hypotheses based on research and scientific principles

BIO.1.b: planning and carrying out investigations

BIO.1.b.1: individually and collaboratively plan and conduct observational and experimental investigations

BIO.1.b.4: select and use appropriate tools and technology to collect, record, analyze, and evaluate data

BIO.1.c: interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating data

BIO.1.c.1: construct and interpret data tables showing independent and dependent variables, repeated trials, and means

BIO.1.c.2: construct, analyze, and interpret graphical displays of data

BIO.1.c.3: use data in building and revising models, supporting an explanation for phenomena, or testing solutions to problems

BIO.1.c.4: analyze data using tools, technologies, and/or models to make valid and reliable scientific claims or determine an optimal design solution

BIO.1.d: constructing and critiquing conclusions and explanations

BIO.1.d.1: make quantitative and/or qualitative claims regarding the relationship between dependent and independent variables

BIO.1.d.2: construct and revise explanations based on valid and reliable evidence obtained from a variety of sources including students’ own investigations, models, theories, simulations, and peer review

BIO.1.d.3: apply scientific ideas, principles, and/or evidence to provide an explanation of phenomena and design solutions

BIO.1.e: developing and using models

BIO.1.e.2: develop, revise, and/or use models based on evidence to illustrate or predict relationships

BIO.1.e.3: develop and/or use models to generate data to support explanations, predict phenomena, analyze systems, and/or solve problems

BIO.1.f: obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

BIO.1.f.3: communicate scientific and/or technical information about phenomena in multiple formats

BIO.2: The student will investigate and understand that chemical and biochemical processes are essential for life. Key ideas include

BIO.2.b: macromolecules have roles in maintaining life processes;

BIO.2.c: enzymes have a role in biochemical processes;

BIO.2.d: protein synthesis is the process of forming proteins which influences inheritance and evolution; and

BIO.2.e: the processes of photosynthesis and respiration include the capture, storage, transformation, and flow of energy.

BIO.3: The student will investigate and understand that cells have structure and function. Key ideas include

BIO.3.b: structures in unicellular and multicellular organisms work interdependently to carry out life processes;

BIO.3.c: cell structures and processes are involved in cell growth and division;

BIO.3.d: the structure and function of the cell membrane support cell transport; and

BIO.3.e: specialization leads to the development of different types of cells.

BIO.4: The student will investigate and understand that bacteria and viruses have an effect on living systems. Key ideas include

BIO.4.a: viruses depend on a host for metabolic processes;

BIO.5: The student will investigate and understand that there are common mechanisms for inheritance. Key ideas include

BIO.5.a: DNA has structure and is the foundation for protein synthesis;

BIO.5.c: the variety of traits in an organism are the result of the expression of various combinations of alleles;

BIO.5.d: meiosis has a role in genetic variation between generations; and

BIO.5.e: synthetic biology has biological and ethical implications.

BIO.6: The student will investigate and understand that modern classification systems can be used as organizational tools for scientists in the study of organisms. Key ideas include

BIO.6.a: organisms have structural and biochemical similarities and differences;

BIO.6.c: developmental stages in different organisms can be used to classify organisms;

BIO.7: The student will investigate and understand that populations change through time. Key ideas include

BIO.7.a: evidence is found in fossil records and through DNA analysis;

BIO.7.b: genetic variation, reproductive strategies, and environmental pressures affect the survival of populations;

BIO.7.c: natural selection is a mechanism that leads to adaptations and may lead to the emergence of new species; and

BIO.7.d: biological evolution has scientific evidence and explanations.

BIO.8: The student will investigate and understand that there are dynamic equilibria within populations, communities, and ecosystems. Key ideas include

BIO.8.a: interactions within and among populations include carrying capacities, limiting factors, and growth curves;

BIO.8.b: nutrients cycle with energy flow through ecosystems;

BIO.8.d: natural events and human activities influence local and global ecosystems and may affect the flora and fauna of Virginia.

Correlation last revised: 4/13/2026

Virginia - Science: Biology I

Standards of Learning | Adopted: 2018