Classroom Procedures
Name one thing from our Social Contract.
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What is the basic unit of life?
The cell is the basic unit of life.
What is the main function of the circulatory system?
The circulatory system transports oxygen, nutrients, and waste throughout the body.
What is the function of the skeletal system?
To provide support, protect internal organs, and enable movement.
What is the main purpose of the digestive system?
To break down food into nutrients and energy the body can use.
What should students do if they need to use the restroom during class?
Cross their fingers and ask for permission, then take the hall pass.
Name two differences between plant and animal cells.
Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.
Which organ is part of both the respiratory and excretory systems?
The lungs, because they remove carbon dioxide (waste gas) from the body.
What are bones made of?
Bones are made of living tissue, including compact bone, spongy bone, marrow, and minerals like calcium.
What organ filters waste from the blood?
The kidneys filter waste from the blood to produce urine.
Fill in the blank: 1) Respect yourself and others, 2) Respect the _________ and our materials, 3) Always _________ for what you need: restroom, water, Wellness Center
1) Respect yourself and others
2) Respect the classroom environment and our materials
3) Always ask for what you need: restroom, water, Wellness Center
What is the function of the nucleus?
The nucleus controls the cell's activities and contains the genetic material (DNA).
What body system provides structure and support?
The skeletal system provides structure and support.
What connects bones to each other?
Ligaments connect bones to each other at joints.
What is photosynthesis, and which organisms perform it?
Photosynthesis is the process plants use to convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into energy (glucose) and oxygen.
What materials do you need for each class and where can you find them?
Science Workbook in your backpack or bins
Pencil on the whiteboard
What organelle is responsible for producing energy in the cell?
The mitochondria produce energy through cellular respiration.
How do the muscular and skeletal systems work together?
Muscles attach to bones and contract to create movement.
What role does cartilage play in the body?
Cartilage cushions joints and reduces friction between bones.
What are neurons?
Neurons are nerve cells that transmit information throughout the body.
Name one aspect of good teamwork.
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What is the role of the cell membrane?
The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.
What is the primary function of the digestive system?
To break down food into nutrients that can be absorbed by the body.
Name the three types of muscles in the body.
Skeletal muscles, smooth muscles, and cardiac muscles.
What is the function of the spinal cord?
The spinal cord relays messages between the brain and the rest of the body and controls reflexes.