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Unit 2: Metabolism, SIM Quiz:

1. Based on the SIM, what are the main body systems present in the body?
2. What are the signs you observe (using or without using the SIM) when the human body is healthy?
3. What happens to the food and that enters the healthy body SIM? Be specific.
4. What color box represents the cell?
5. Which molecules are entering the cell?
6. Add 2 fish, 2 sandwich, and 2 corn. Answer the following questions.
1. How many molecules were absorbed by the cell?
1. glucose:
2. amino acids:
3. oxygen:
4. How many molecules of oxygen were taken in per breath? 

Unit 2 Vocabulary, Metabolism

Vocabulary List:

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• amino acids: used in every cell of your body to build the proteins you need to survive.
• blood vessels: a tubular structure carrying blood through the tissues and organs; a vein, artery, or capillary.
• circulatory system: a network of the heart and blood vessels that delivers blood throughout your body.
• cells: the smallest unit of life that makes up all living things.
• claim: an argument that can be created based on evidence
• digestive system: a system that is uniquely designed to turn the food you eat into nutrients, which the body uses for energy, growth and cell repair.
• evidence: supporting statements or facts that are used to back up a claim
• glucose: a simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and is a component of many carbohydrates.
• metabolismt :the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.
• molecules: a group of atoms that are bonded together that can help a chemical reaction take place.
• oxygen: a colorless, odorless gas that makes up about 20% of the earth's atmosphere; humans breathe it in.
• protein: a molecule that is made up of many amino acids
• respiratory system: the system in our body including our lungs that helps us breathe in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide.

All Classes, 10.15.18 Assignment

All Classes Assignment:

Organ Poster

You must create a poster on an 8 by 11 regular sheet of white paper. This poster will be worth 50 points in the "assignments" category of garbed.

 Organ poster: Your poster must be appealing and interesting. It should include the following. Try to pick an organ that nobody knows about!

Poster must be neat, colored, have all information, and you be prepared to present on Tuesday. 

1) Which organ systems contain your organ?

2) What are the organ's main functions?

3) How does your organ works with other systems to keep the body healthy?
Give at least 3 examples.
4) Which diseases or disorders affects your organ?
Give at least 3 example.

5) Can a person live without your organ?
Explain your answer.

6) Can your organ be transplanted from healthy to sick patient?

Visit the Health page of the Kid Zone for sites that will help with your project! 

Movie Reflection Questions

1. Can you relate to any of the characters in the film? If so, please explain why.
2. A variety review of the film states "Khalil's killing is the lit fuse on the bomb that will explode Starr's carefully compartmentalized life." Explain the ways in which Starr's life changed after the fatal shooting of Khalil.
3. Had you read Angie Thomas' book The Hate U Give before seeing the film? If so, please explain the differences and/or similarities.
4. starr's uncle, Carlos (played by Common), is a police officer, who gently tries to help her see a different perspective on police. Explain your thoughts on his explanation of "it's a complicated world." what does he mean by this?
5. Explain the film's message in relation to our society today. Why is it important that people see this film?