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Laboratory Investigations for Biology

by: Dickey, Jean L.

Laboratory Investigations for Biology

by: Dickey, Jean L.

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9780805367898
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0805367896
Edition: 2nd
Format: Spiral Bound
Copyright: 08/08/2002
Publisher: Pearson

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Laboratory Investigations for Biology, Second Editionuses an investigative approach that actively involves readers in the process of scientific discovery by allowing them to make observations, devise techniques, and draw conclusions. Twenty carefully chosen laboratory topics encourage readers to use their critical thinking skills to solve problems using the scientific method. Contains 20 labs on a range of topics.

Preface

xiii

The Process of Scientific Inquiry

(1)

The Black Box

(2)

Defining a Problem

(3)

The Elements of an Experiment

(6)

Designing an Experiment

(3)

Application of Scientific Inquiry

(1)

Questions for Review

pH and Buffers

(1)

Introduction to Acids, Bases, and pH

(2)

Using Red Cabbage Indicator to Measure pH

(4)

Making a Set of Standards

(1)

Comparing pH of Beverages and Stomach Medicines

(2)

Using the pH Meter to Determine Buffering Capacity

(6)

Designing an Experiment

(2)

Performing the Experiment and Interpreting the Results

(2)

Questions for Review

Macromolecules

(1)

Carbohydrates

(9)

Monosaccharides and Disaccharides

(2)

Starch

(1)

Hydrolysis of Carbohydrates

(4)

Lipids

(1)

Proteins

(2)

Macromolecules in Food

(1)

Separation of Butter

(2)

Tests with Food

(2)

Questions for Review

Using the Microscope

(1)

The Compound Microscope

(9)

The Parts of the Compound Microscope

(2)

Using the Compound Microscope

(4)

Depth of Focus

(2)

Observing Cells

(4)

Animal Cells

(3)

Plant Cells

(1)

The Stereoscopic Dissecting Microscope

(3)

The Parts of the Dissecting Microscope

(1)

Using the Dissecting Microscope

(2)

Observing an Animal Specimen

(1)

Questions for Review

Enzymes

(1)

Factors Affecting Reaction Rate

(4)

Quantity of the Reactants

(2)

Physical Factors

(2)

The Catecholase-Catalyzed Reaction

(5)

Designing an Experiment

(3)

Performing the Experiment and Interpreting the Results

(2)

Questions for Review

Cellular Respiration

(1)

Alcoholic Fermentation

(5)

Aerobic Respiration

(7)

Designing an Experiment

(3)

Performing the Experiment and Interpreting the Results

(3)

Questions for Review

Photosynthesis

(1)

Measuring Photosynthetic Rate in Spinach Leaf Disks

(4)

Designing and Experiment

(3)

Performing the Experiment and Interpreting the Results

(2)

Questions for Review

Chromosomes and Cell Division

(1)

The Genetic Material

(3)

Extracting DNA from Cells

(1)

Karyotypes

(2)

The Process of Mitosis

(8)

Pop Bead Simulation of Mitosis

(5)

Viewing Mitosis in Onion Root Tip Cells

(2)

The Process of Meiosis

(1)

Pop Bead Simulation of Meiosis

(7)

Viewing Meiosis in Organisms

(1)

Questions for Review

Mendelian Genetics

(1)

Mendel's Principles

(5)

The Chromosomal Basis of Segregation

(1)

Predicting the Outcome of a Monohybrid Cross

(2)

The Chromosomal Basis of Independent Assortment

(1)

Predicting the Outcome of a Dihybrid Cross

(2)

A Dihybrid Cross Using Wisconsin Fast Plants

(1)

Planting F1 Seeds

(2)

First Observations

(1)

Pollination

(1)

Germinating the F2 Seeds

(1)

Collecting and Interpreting Data from the F2 Generation

(4)

Questions for Review

Forensic Application of Molecular Genetics

(1)

DNA Profiling Using STR Analysis

(8)

The STR Technique

(3)

Application of STR Analysis to Paternity Testing

(1)

Using Population Genetics to Match DNA

(4)

Application of DNA Profiling

(5)

Questions for Review

Microorganisms and Disease

(1)

General Features of Bacteria

(5)

Bacterial Shapes

(2)

Colonies

(2)

Investigating Microorganisms and Disease

(1)

Gram Stain

(3)

Antibiotic Sensitivity Test

(3)

Antibiotic Resistance

(2)

Transmission

(3)

Questions for Review

Plant Diversity

(1)

The Alternation of Generations Life Cycle

(2)

Seedless Nonvascular Plants

(2)

Seedless Vascular Plants

(3)

Club Mosses

(1)

Horsetails

(1)

Ferns

(2)

Vascular Seed Plants---Gymnosperms

(4)

Cycads

(1)

Gingko

(1)

Conifers

(3)

Vascular Seed Plants---Angiosperms

(3)

Questions for Review

Animal Diversity

(1)

Phylum Porifera---Sponges

(3)

Phylum Cnidaria---Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, Corals

(3)

Phylum Platyhelminthes---Flatworms

(3)

Phylum Nematoda---Roundworms

(1)

Phylum Annelida---Segmented Worms

(2)

Phylum Mollusca---Mollusks

(3)

Phylum Arthropoda

(4)

Phylum Echinodermata

(1)

Phylum Chordata

(6)

Questions for Review

Digestion

(1)

Digestion of Proteins by Trypsin

(2)

Digestion of Lipids by Lipase

(4)

Digestion of Starch by Amylase

(4)

Designing an Experiment

(3)

Performing the Experiment and Interpreting the Results

(3)

Questions for Review

Circulation

(1)

Anatomy of the Mammalian Circulatory System

(4)

Measuring Cardiovascular Function in Humans

(6)

Pulse Rate and Heart Sounds

(2)

Blood Pressure

(4)

Designing an Experiment

(3)

Performing the Experiment and Interpreting the Results

(2)

Questions for Review

The Sensory System

(1)

Chemical Senses

(8)

Taste Discrimination

(2)

Individual Differences in Taste

(1)

Smell Discrimination

(2)

Influence of Smell on Taste

(1)

Vision

(8)

Structural Features of the Eye

(3)

Photoreceptors

(4)

The Blind Spot

(1)

Accommodation

(1)

Skin Senses

(1)

Sensitivity to Pressure

(1)

Perception of Temperature

(3)

Questions for Review

Plant Structure

(1)

Plant Cells and Tissue Systems

(1)

Plant Organs

(4)

Leaves

(1)

Roots

(1)

Stems

(2)

Dermal Tissue

(2)

Dermal Tissue in Stems

(1)

Dermal Tissue in Roots

(1)

Dermal Tissue in Leaves

(1)

Ground Tissue

(5)

Parenchyma

(1)

Collenchyma

(1)

Sclerenchyma

(2)

Vascular Tissue

(1)

Vascular Tissue in Leaves

(1)

Vascular Tissue in Roots

(1)

Vascular Tissue in Stems

(1)

Questions for Review

Flowers, Fruits, and Seeds

(1)

Flower Structure

(6)

Flower Dissection

(1)

Pollination

(3)

Pollen Germination

(1)

Fruits and Seeds

(5)

Classifying Simple Fleshy Fruits

(2)

Seed Dispersal

(2)

Seeds and Seedling Development

(1)

Seed Structure

(1)

Seedling Development

(2)

Questions for Review

Animal Behavior

(1)

Kinesis in Pillbugs

(5)

Agonistic Behavior in Bettas

(3)

Solitary Behavior of the Betta

(1)

The Betta's Reaction to Its Mirror Image

(1)

Designing an Experiment

(3)

Performing the Experiment and Interpreting the Results

(2)

Questions for Review

Foraging Strategy

(1)

The Simulation System

(1)

Single Prey Species

(3)

Mixed Prey Species

(3)

Designing an Experiment

(2)

Performing the Experiment and Interpreting the Results

(2)

Questions for Review

Appendix A: Tools for Scientific Inquiry

(1)

Exercise A.1: Scientific notation

(2)

Exercise A.2: Making Measurements

(10)

Activity A: Measuring Length

(1)

Activity B: Measuring Mass

(3)

Activity C: Measuring Volume

(4)

Activity D: Measuring Temperature

(1)

Exercise A.3: Data Presentation

(8)

Activity A: Tables

(2)

Activity B: Graphs

(3)

Activity C: Graphing Practice

(3)

Exercise A.4: Interpreting Information on a Graph

(4)

Questions for Review

Appendix B: Guide to Writing Scientific Reports

(11)

Purpose of the Lab Report

(1)

Sections of the Report

(9)

Using Reference Materials Honestly

(1)

Checklist for Scientific Report

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Laboratory Investigations for Biology

Laboratory Investigations for Biology

9780805367898

0805367896

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