Science

Life Science

LS.2 The student will investigate and understand that all living things are composed of cells. Key concepts include a) cell structure and organelles (cell membrane, cell wall, cytoplasm, vacuole, mitochondrion, endoplasmic reticulum, nucleus, and chloroplast); b) similarities and differences between plant and animal cells; c) development of cell theory; and d) cell division (mitosis and meiosis). Write a cell story//** Physical Science
 * //Label Cell Parts

PS.4 The student will investigate and understand the organization and use of the periodic table of elements to obtain information. Key concepts include a) symbols, atomic number, atomic mass, chemical families (groups), and periods; b) classification of elements as metals, metalloids, and nonmetals; and c) simple compounds (formulas and the nature of bonding).