Homework Options for lessons 1-3
Write 1/2 to 1
page reports.
Option#1
Draw the organs
of a specific body system, color them, and cut them out. Create a mobile with the cutouts.
Option#2
Build on the idea suggested in “Humans- the Problem
Solving Animals” by researching a scientific discovery that was made by
accident- that is a discovery made when the scientist was actually trying to
solve a different problem.
Option#3
Explore how a film or video is created
of the inside of the human body. How can anyone film inside a human body? Are there ways that filmmakers can simulate
these conditions?
Option#4
Research why snakes can ingest and
swallow objects whose diameters greatly exceeds their own . Include a picture if possible.
Option#5
How was Benedict’s solution and Lugol’s solution
developed and how did they get their name.
Option#6
List some products that are used to detect the
presence of a chemical. For example,
what is the purpose of radon detection kits? Other ex: pool maintenance
kits. Explain how to use the kits and
what color changes take place.
Option#7 Math
Complete math skills percentage problem on p. 507 in
science textbook to find the answer to the proactive problem for fats.
Option#8
Create a Food guide Pyramid on a ½ poster board p. 512
Option#9
Explain why it is especially important that a
vegetarian eat a varied diet. (Use the
food pyramid chart to show how many servings must be eaten for a balanced diet.
