Week 2 - Biochemistry and Cells

Welcome to Week 2!

1.  This week we will cover Biochemistry and Cells.  The PowerPoints for this information is found below:

Biochemistry:  http://www.mediafire.com/view/xxfzu2uf29gm217/Chapter_3_SP13.pdf
Cells:  http://www.mediafire.com/view/pfbaprosnt19ipo/Chapter_4_SP13.pdf

To give you an idea how complex the cell is, please take a look at this video that was put together based on REAL DATA by Harvard University.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJyUtbn0O5Y&feature=kp 

To help you with assignment #4, please visit www.cellsalive.com and check out the animal cell model and plant cell model.

These two chapters have a lot of information in them.  For now, focus on the requirements of the homework.  We will review when we are back together.

2.  This week is your first quiz!  The quiz can be downloaded here:  http://www.mediafire.com/view/uwht4fymgugap8u/Bio_110_Quiz_1.doc 
Please complete the quiz and email it to me with your name in the subject line.  You are welcome to use your notes and book.  You can scan the quiz, or provide me with your answers via email.  This is due NLT Tuesday 17 June 1630. 

3.  Homework for Week 2.  DUE Tuesday 17 June 1630.

Assignment #3 - Biological Molecules	10 Points	2.5% of grade
Description -   Make a chart/table that includes the four biological molecules critical for life: carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and proteins.   For each biological molecule, give examples of the monomer and polymer forms, the shape of the molecule, and how the molecule functions in biology.   Your chart/table is due at the start of class 17 June.
Assignment #4 - Cells and Cell Theory	10 Points	2.5% of grade
Description - What is cell theory?  Identify and explain the function of three different membrane bound cell organelles. The response needs to be specific but not cut and paste. Consider what each does to support the cell.     Please type your answers to the questions above (12 point) and email it to me at hmsmith@cougars.ccis.edu NLT Tuesday 17 June 1630.  If you have any questions or problems...please do not hesitate to contact me!