Virginia Standard of Learning: 

 

LS.12 - The student will investigate and unders

tand that organisms reproduce and transmit

genetic information to new gene

rations. Key concepts include

a) the structure and role of DNA;

b) the function of genes and chromosomes;

c) genotypes and phenotypes;

d) characteristics that can and cannot be

    inherited;

e) genetic engineering and its applications; and

f)  historical contributions and significance of

    discoveries related to genetics.

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LS.2     The student will investigate and understand that all living things are composed of cells. Key concepts include

a) cell division (mitosis and meiosis

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