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Competencies
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Explain the postulates of the cell theory
Demonstrates understanding of cell structure and functions
Describe the structure and function of major and subcellular organelles
Describe the structure and function of major and subcellular organelles
Distinguish prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells according to their distinguishing features
Classify different cell types (plant/animal tissues) and specify the function(s) of each
Describe some cell modifications that lead to adaptation to carry out specialized functions (e.g., microvilli, root hair)
Characterize the phases of the cell cycle and their control points
Describe the stages of mitosis/meiosis given 2n=6
Discuss crossing over and recombination in meiosis
Explain the significance or applications of mitosis/meiosis
Identify disorders and diseases that result from the malfunction of the cell during the cell cycle
Describe the structural components of the cell membrane
Relate the structure and composition of the cell membrane to its function
Explain transport mechanisms in cells (diffusion osmosis, facilitated transport, active transport)
Differentiate exocytosis and endocytosis
Explain coupled reaction processes and describe the role of atp in energy coupling and transfer
Describe the major features and chemical events in photosynthesis and respiration
Explain the importance of chlorophyll and other pigments
Describe the patterns of electron flow through light reaction events
Describe the significant events of the calvin cycle
.differentiate aerobic from anaerobic respiration
Explain the major features and sequence the chemical events of cellular respiration
Distinguish major features of glycolysis, krebscycle, electron transport system, and chemiosmosis
Describe reactions that produce and consume atp
Describe the role of oxygen in respiration and describe pathways of electron flow in the absence of oxygen
Compute the number of atps needed or gained in photosynthesis and respiration
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of fermentation and aerobic respiration
Categorize the biological molecules(lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids) according to their structure and function
Explain the role of each biological molecule in specific metabolic processes
Describe the components of an enzyme
Explain oxidation/reduction reactions
Determine how factors such as ph, temperature, and substrate affect enzyme activity
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