Section outline

  • Kia ora Year 10s

    Success Criteria:

    I can explain the importance of cell mitosis.
    I can describe all 6 phases of cell mitosis
    I can explain how genetic mutations occur, and identify some of the main causes
    I can give examples of beneficial and detrimental genetic mutation occurring in humans, as well as our food
    Genetics revision 

    Activities:

    1. Ameoba sisters mitosis video  and worksheet
    2. Create a drawing board outlining the 6 phases of cell mitosis  
    3. Genetic mutation ppt
    4. SCIPAD revision 150. 151. 154-155
    5. Genetic mutation case studies-
      werewolf syndrome
      the deadly nature of bitter almonds
      and the Human Papilloma Virus aka HPV, and why we vaccinate young people against it

    Further Learning: All resources are posted on Google Classrooms, EP, and Brainpop