Section outline




  • This module lays the foundation for learning biology by sharing an overview of fundamental physical science topics.

     Go through the topics below, watching the videos and answering formative assessment questions.  The practice problems and labs are not graded for this module, but will help to extend your understanding.

     


    1. Determine if a chemical reaction has occurred by analyzing data on the properties of substances before and after they interact.
    2. Develop a model to describe how the total number of atoms does not change in a chemical reaction and thus mass is conserved.
    3. Develop a model to show that when the arrangement of objects interacting at a distance changes, different amounts of potential energy are stored in the system.
    4. Construct an evidence-based scientific explanations illustrating the role of photosynthesis in the cycling of matter and flow of energy into and out of the organisms.


    There are no required readings for this module.


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