7.L.2.1 Explain why offspring that result from sexual reproduction (fertilization and meiosis) have greater variation than offspring that result from asexual reproduction (budding and mitosis).
VOCABULARY
- Video: Asexual vs. Sexual Reproduction
- Sexual vs. Asexual Reproduction
- Article:Sexual vs. Asexual Reproduction (for T-Chart)
- Mitosis vs. Meiosis
- Amoeba Sisters Meiosis & Mitosis Side by Side
7.L.2.2 Infer patterns of heredity using information from Punnett squares and pedigree analysis.
- Heredity
- Dominant vs. Recessive
- Genotype vs. Phenotype
- Homozygous vs. Heterozygous
- Punnett Squares
- Genetics (L.2.3)
- Traits
- Inheritance
- Article: Dominant Isn’t Always Common
- Punnett Squares
- Genetics of Calico Cats
- Make your own monster (and get a better understanding of Punnett Squares)
- What is DNA and how does it work?
- What is a gene?
7.L.2.3 Explain the impact of the environment and lifestyle choices on biological inheritance (to include common genetic diseases) and survival.
- Gizmo on Inheritance
- Genetic Disorders
- Read about Noninfectious Diseases
- Find out “Why More Isn’t Always Better”
