Biology: Characteristics of Life

Bellwork

What does “biology” mean?

Science Fact of the Day:Rafflesia Arnoldii is the largest flower in world,

and can grow as big as an umbrella.

CO: I will understand classroom expectations and procedures.

LO: I will watch a video and practice taking notes.

Direct Instruction: CHAMP

• C: No talking unless directed to do so by teacher. All talking should be on topic.

• H: Raise your hand and wait to be called on. • A: Follow along with the discussion and take

notes• M: Remain in seat unless you have teacher

permission to get something. No restroom passes.

• P: Be part of the discussion. Share ideas. Take notes. NO heads on desk. BIO only.

Homework:

• In this class we will have homework about 2 times a week

• All you have to do is watch a video to get you ready for class the next day and take notes over the video

• If you don’t…..

Video Homework: Cornell NotesTitle/Question Notes

What do we study in Biology?

KEY ideas from class

• Biology is awesome•Cells make up living things•Plants perform photosynthesis•Homeostasis is to maintain an internal balance

Sample video

Characteristics of Life

Thought question: Let’s list all the characteristics of life that fire

possesses.

If Transformers were real, would they be considered alive? Why or why not?

If the X-men were real, would they be considered alive? Why or why not?

If vampires were real, would they be considered living?

Zombies are often referred to as the “living dead”. If they were real, would they be

considered alive? Why or why not?

This is how a virus works.

Are viruses alive? Why or why not?

Take away

• How many characteristics do things need to be considered “living”?– Can you name them?

• Thought for Thursday: How does the idea of death fit into our alive/not alive discussion?