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Biology

Required Course                            Eligibility: 10                                   Credit: 1

Biology focuses on the study of living things at the cellular, structural, functional, evolutionary, and environmental levels.  Topics covered include: Biological Principles (Nature and methods of science); Matter & Energy in Living Systems (Biological chemistry, Energy transformations, & Homeostasis); Cells (Structure, Function, & Basic genetics); Evolution and Classification of Organisms; Diversity of Living Organisms (Five Kingdoms); Principles of Ecology; and Health Issues.  Laboratory activities, dissections, field trips and guest speakers are used to supplement course work.