Life Science: Consultant

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Consultant
Douglas Fisher, Ph.D.
Life Science
About the Consultant
Douglas Fisher, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Teacher

Education at San Diego State University. He is the recipient of an
International Reading Association Celebrate Literacy Award as well
as a Christa McAuliffe award for Excellence in Teacher Education. He
has published numerous articles on reading and literacy, differentiated
instruction, and curriculum design as well as books, such as Improving
Adolescent Literacy: Strategies at Work and Responsive Curriculum Design
in Secondary Schools: Meeting the Diverse Needs of Students. He has taught
a variety of courses in SDSU’s teacher-credentialing program as well as
graduate-level courses on English language development and literacy.
He also has taught classes in English, writing, and literacy development
to secondary school students.
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Note-Taking Tips ........................................ v Chapter 7 Bacteria
Chapter Preview ..................................... 75
Using Your Science Notebook ............... vi 7-1............................................................. 76
Chapter 1 Exploring and 7-2............................................................. 79
Classifying Life Wrap-Up ................................................. 82
Chapter Preview ....................................... 1 Chapter 8 Protists and Fungi
1-1............................................................... 2 Chapter Preview ..................................... 83
1-2............................................................... 5 8-1............................................................. 84
1-3............................................................... 8 8-2............................................................. 87
1-4............................................................. 11 Wrap-Up ................................................. 90
Wrap-Up ................................................. 14
Chapter 9 Plants
Chapter 2 Cells
Chapter Preview ..................................... 91
Chapter Preview ..................................... 15 9-1............................................................. 92
2-1............................................................. 16 9-2............................................................. 95
2-2............................................................. 19 9-3............................................................. 98
2-3............................................................. 22 Wrap-Up ............................................... 102
Wrap-Up ................................................. 26
Chapter 10 Plant Reproduction
Chapter 3 Cell Processes
Chapter Preview ................................... 103
Chapter Preview ..................................... 27 10-1 ........................................................ 104
3-1............................................................. 28 10-2 ........................................................ 107
3-2............................................................. 31 10-3 ........................................................ 110
3-3............................................................. 34 Wrap-Up ............................................... 114

Wrap-Up ................................................. 38
Chapter 11 Plant Processes
Chapter 4 Cell Reproduction
Chapter Preview ................................... 115
Chapter Preview ..................................... 39 11-1 ........................................................ 116
4-1............................................................. 40 11-2 ........................................................ 118
4-2............................................................. 43 Wrap-Up ............................................... 122
4-3............................................................. 46
Wrap-Up ................................................. 50 Chapter 12 Introduction to Animals
Chapter Preview ................................... 123
Chapter 5 Heredity
12-1 ........................................................ 124
Chapter Preview ..................................... 51 12-2 ........................................................ 127
5-1............................................................. 52 12-3 ........................................................ 130
5-2............................................................. 55 Wrap-Up ............................................... 134
5-3............................................................. 58
Wrap-Up ................................................. 62 Chapter 13 Mollusks, Worms,
Arthropods, Echinoderms
Chapter 6 Adaptations over Time
Chapter Preview ................................... 135
Chapter Preview ..................................... 63 13-1 ........................................................ 136
6-1............................................................. 64 13-2 ........................................................ 139
6-2............................................................. 67 13-3 ........................................................ 142
6-3............................................................. 70 13-4 ........................................................ 145
Wrap-Up ................................................. 74 Wrap-Up ............................................... 148
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Chapter 14 Fish, Amphibians, Chapter 21 Control and Coordination
and Reptiles Chapter Preview ................................... 219
Chapter Preview ................................... 149 21-1 ........................................................ 220
14-1 ........................................................ 150 21-2 ........................................................ 223
14-2 ........................................................ 153 Wrap-Up ............................................... 226
14-3 ........................................................ 156
14-4 ........................................................ 159 Chapter 22 Regulation and
Wrap-Up ............................................... 162 Reproduction
Chapter Preview ................................... 227
Chapter 15 Birds and Mammals 22-1 ........................................................ 228
Chapter Preview ................................... 163 22-2 ........................................................ 231
15-1 ........................................................ 164 22-3 ........................................................ 234
15-2 ........................................................ 167 Wrap-Up ............................................... 238
Wrap-Up ............................................... 170
Chapter 23 Immunity and Disease
Chapter 16 Animal Behavior Chapter Preview ................................... 239
Chapter Preview ................................... 171 23-1 ........................................................ 240
16-1 ........................................................ 172 23-2 ........................................................ 243
16-2 ........................................................ 175 23-3 ........................................................ 246
Wrap-Up ............................................... 178 Wrap-Up ............................................... 250
Chapter 17 Structure and Movement Chapter 24 Interactions of Life

Chapter Preview ................................... 179 Chapter Preview ................................... 251
17-1 ........................................................ 180 24-1 ........................................................ 252
24-2 ........................................................ 255

17-2 ........................................................ 183
17-3 ........................................................ 186 24-3 ........................................................ 258
Wrap-Up ............................................... 190 Wrap-Up ............................................... 262
Chapter 18 Nutrients and Digestion Chapter 25 The Nonliving Environment

Chapter Preview ................................... 191 Chapter Preview ................................... 263
18-1 ........................................................ 192 25-1 ........................................................ 264
18-2 ........................................................ 195 25-2 ........................................................ 267
Wrap-Up ............................................... 198 25-3 ........................................................ 270
Wrap-Up ............................................... 274
Chapter 19 Circulation
Chapter 26 Ecosystems
Chapter Preview ................................... 199
19-1 ........................................................ 200 Chapter Preview ................................... 275
19-2 ........................................................ 203 26-1 ........................................................ 276
19-3 ........................................................ 206 26-2 ........................................................ 279
Wrap-Up ............................................... 210 23-3 ........................................................ 282
23-4 ........................................................ 285
Chapter 20 Respiration and Excretion Wrap-Up ............................................... 286
Chapter Preview ................................... 211
Chapter 27 Conserving Resources
20-1 ........................................................ 212
Chapter Preview ................................... 287
20-2 ........................................................ 215
27-1 ........................................................ 288
Wrap-Up ............................................... 218
27-2 ........................................................ 291
27-3 ........................................................ 294
Wrap-Up ............................................... 298
Academic Vocabulary ............................ 299
iv Life Science
Note-Taking Tips
Your notes are a reminder of what you learned in class. Taking good
notes can help you succeed in science. These tips will help you take
better notes.
• Be an active listener. Listen for important concepts. Pay attention
to words, examples, and/or diagrams your teacher emphasizes.
• Write your notes as clearly and concisely as possible. The following
symbols and abbreviations may be helpful in your note-taking.
Word or Symbol or Word or Symbol or

Phrase Abbreviation Phrase Abbreviation
for example e.g. and +
such as i.e. approximately
with w/ therefore
without w/o versus vs
• Use a symbol such as a star (★) or an asterisk (*) to emphasis

important concepts. Place a question mark (?) next to anything that
you do not understand.
• Ask questions and participate in class discussion.
• Draw and label pictures or diagrams to help clarify a concept.
Note-Taking Don’ts
• Don’t write every word. Concentrate on the main ideas and concepts.
• Don’t use someone else’s notes—they may not make sense.
• Don’t doodle. It distracts you from listening actively.
• Don’t lose focus or you will become lost in your note-taking.
Life Science v
Using Your Science Notebook
Name Date This note-taking guide is designed to
Exploring and Classifying Life help you succeed in learning science
Before You Read content. Each chapter includes:
Before you read the chapter, respond to these statements.
1. Write an A if you agree with the statement.
2. Write a D if you disagree with the statement.
Before You
Read Exploring and Classifying Life Language-Based Activities
• All science takes place in laboratories.
Activities cover the content
• All of the changes that take place during an
organism’s life are called responses. in your science book including
• Spontaneous generation is the idea that living
things come from nonliving things. vocabulary, writing, note-taking,
• Organisms are classified into groups based on
their similarities. and problem solving.
Construct the Foldable as directed at the beginning of this chapter.
Science Journal
List three characteristics that you would use to classify underwater life.
Anticipation Guide/KWL Charts

Students’ responses will vary. Characteristics might include method of movement,
shape of body, and what they eat.

Think about what you already know
before beginning a lesson and Academic Vocabulary
identify what you would like

adapt: to change to fit new conditions decline: to weaken or lessen
to learn from reading. affect: to make something happen; to have definite: having exact limits in size, shape,
an effect on or number of parts
annual: plant that completes its life cycle detect: to catch or discover; to manage
in one year to perceive
apparent: readily seen, visible, readily distribute: to divide among several
understood or perceived; evident; obvious or many
Science Journal Exploring and Classifying Life 1 area: amount or extent of a surface dominate: to control or rule
Write about what attach: to be connected energy: capacity to perform some type
of work or activity

benefit: to help
you know. capable: able to do things; fit
environment: living and nonliving factors
that surround an organism
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chemical: made by chemistry estimate: (noun) an opinion of the value,
Section 1 What is science? (continued) chemical bond: the force holding atoms quality, size, or cost of something; (verb)
together in a molecule to form an opinion by reasoning
code: (noun) set of signals representing external: on, or for use on, the outside
letters or numerals, used to send of the body

Developing Contrast an opinion, a scientific theory, and a scientific law.
messages; (verb) to put in the form or facilitate: to make easy or easier
Theories Complete the table. Accept all reasonable responses.
symbols of a code
I found this information flexible: able to bend or flex
on page . Opinion Scientific Theory Scientific Law complex: composed of two or more parts;
SE, p. 10 What it is what a an explanation a statement about
complicated function: (noun) a specific job or purpose;
RE, pp. 4–5 person that is the result of how things work (verb) to carry out a specific action
compound: (adjective) made of two or
believes many observations in nature that more separate parts or elements fundamental: serving as an original or
and experiments seems to be true
generating source; primary
all the time constant: not changing; staying the same
What it is personal scientific knowl- scientific knowl- generate: to originate or bring into
contact: act or state of touching existence
based on beliefs edge, observations, edge and
or meeting
and experiments observations
hypothesis: something that is suggested as
convert: to change from one form or being true for the purposes of argument
function to another or of further investigation
Writing
Measuring Activities
with Summarize the metric units for each quantity below by listing them.
coordinate: to cause to work well together identical: same
Scientific Units cycle: a complete set of events or
These activities help
I found this information you think
Length: millimeter, centimeter, meter, kilometer
milliliter, liter
phenomena recurring in the same
sequence
individual: separate
insert: to put or fit (something) into
on page . Volume:
about what you’reMass: learning
SE, p. 12 something else

gram, kilogram, tonne
RE, p. 5
and make Safety connections

First to safety practices to follow in a laboratory.
Identify two important Life Science 299
I found this information

on pageyour life.
1. Wear eye protection.
.
2. SE, p. 13 Wash your hands after handling materials.
RE, p. 6
Vocabulary Development
S YNTHESIZE I T A scientist collects data about ducks’ migration patterns Vocabulary words help you to better
every year between November and April. After five years, she draws conclusions and
publishes a scientific paper. Describe the scientific methods she might have used. understand your science lessons. Learning
State why it was important to wait five years before publishing her results.
Students should indicate that the scientist stated a problem, collected data, and the Academic Glossary can help you score
drew conclusions. By waiting five years, she was able to collect more data for making
higher on standardized tests.
conclusions.
4 Exploring and Classifying Life
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Section 1 What is science? (continued)
Chapter Wrap-Up
The Work of Define science using information from this section.
Science Science is an organized way of studying things and finding This brings the information together
on page
SE, p. 6
. answers to questions.
for you. Revisiting what you thought
RE, p. 1
Solving Problems Sequence the steps scientists use to solve problems. Study the
at the beginning of the chapter provides
on page .
figure in your book, then close your book and try to fill in the figure.
Check your work by looking back at your book.
another opportunity for you to discuss
SE, pp. 7–10
RE, p. 2 State the problem what you have learned.
Gather information
Form a hypothesis
Note-Taking Based on
the Cornell Two-Column Format

Perform an experiment
revise repeat many
Practice effective note-taking through

hypothesis times Name Date
Analyze data
the use of graphic organizers, outlines, Draw conclusions

Exploring and Classifying Life
Chapter Wrap-Up
and written summaries. Hypothesis not supported Hypothesis supported Now that you have read the chapter, think about what you have learned and complete
the table below. Compare your previous answers with these.
I found this information Analyze the role of controls and variables in an experiment. Fill
on page . in the missing words.
SE, p. 9 After You
Exploring and Classifying Life Read
RE, p. 3 A control is the standard to which the outcome of a
• All science takes place in laboratories. D SE, p. 8
test is compared . A variable is something in an experiment RE, p. 1
that can be changed . The number of variables that should • All of the changes that take place during an D SE, p. 16
organism’s life are called responses. RE, p. 8
be changed during an experiment is one .
• Spontaneous generation is the idea that living A SE, p. 20
things come from nonliving things. RE, p. 12
Exploring and Classifying Life 3
• Organisms are classified into groups based on A SE, p. 23
their similarities. RE, p. 16
Review

Use this checklist to help you study.
Review the information you included in your Foldable.
Study your Science Notebook on this chapter.
Study the definitions of vocabulary words.

Review daily homework assignments.
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Re-read the chapter and review the charts, graphs, and illustrations.
Section 2 Living Things (continued)
Review the Self Check at the end of each section.
Look over the Chapter Review at the end of the chapter.
What are living

things like?
Organize the characteristics that define living things. Complete the
graphic organizer. Accept all reasonable responses.
S UMMARIZE I T List three important ideas you learned in Chapter 1.
on page .
respond to
Review Checklist
Accept all reasonable responses. 1. Scientists use skills to solve problems and answer
questions. 2. Living things are organized, respond to stimuli, use energy, grow and
SE, pp. 14–17
RE, p. 8 internal and
external stimuli This list helps you assess what
develop, and reproduce. 3. Research into the origins of life is still being conducted.
are made up use energy

you have learned and prepare
of one or more
organized cells 14 Exploring and Classifying Life for your chapter tests.
Living Things
grow and
develop reproduce
I found this information Describe the relationship between a stimulus and a response.
on page .
SE, p. 15
RE, pp. 8–9
Complete the table. Then complete the flowchart to describe
homeostasis. Graphic Organizers
What It Is Example A variety of visual organizers help you
Stimulus anything that causes a using a can opener
change in an organism to analyze and summarize information
Response the reaction to a
stimulus
cat comes running
and remember content.
Homeostasis
Stimulus Response
The organism
The conditions in an makes internal changes
organism’s cells change. to maintain the proper
conditions inside the cells.
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Name Date

Before You Read
Before You
Read Exploring and Classifying Life

organism’s life are called responses.
things come from nonliving things.
their similarities.

Science Journal
List three characteristics that you would use to classify underwater life.

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Section 1 What is science?
Scan the list below to preview Section 1 of your book.

• Read all section headings.
• Read all bold words.
• Read all charts and graphs.
• Think about what you already know about how to solve problems.
Write three facts you discovered about scientific methods as you

scanned the section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Write a paragraph describing scientific methods. Use all of
the vocabulary words in your description. Underline each
experiment vocabulary word.

New
Vocabulary
scientific methods
hypothesis
control
variable
theory
law
Academic
Vocabulary
reject

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The Work of Define science using information from this section.

Science
on page .
Solving Problems Sequence the steps scientists use to solve problems. Study the
I found this information figure in your book, then close your book and try to fill in the figure.
on page . Check your work by looking back at your book.
State the problem

revise repeat many

hypothesis times
I found this information Analyze the role of controls and variables in an experiment. Fill
on page . in the missing words.
A control is the to which the of a

test is . A variable is
that can be . The number of variables that should
be changed during an experiment is .

Name Date
Developing Contrast an opinion, a scientific theory, and a scientific law.

Theories Complete the table.
on page . Opinion Scientific Theory Scientific Law
What it is
What it is
based on
Measuring with Summarize the metric units for each quantity below by listing them.
Scientific Units
Length:
on page . Volume:

Mass:
Safety First Identify two important safety practices to follow in a laboratory.

I found this information 1.
on page .
2.
S YNTHESIZE I T A scientist collects data about ducks’ migration patterns

every year between November and April. After five years, she draws conclusions and
publishes a scientific paper. Describe the scientific methods she might have used.
State why it was important to wait five years before publishing her results.

Name Date

Section 2 Living Things
Predict what you will learn in Section 2. Read the title and main
headings. List three topics that you predict will be discussed in
the section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Use raw materials in a sentence to show its scientific meaning.
raw materials
New
Vocabulary Find a sentence in Section 2 that uses each vocabulary term.
organism
cell
homeostasis
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define chemical.
chemical

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What are living Organize the characteristics that define living things. Complete the
things like? graphic organizer.
on page .
Living Things

I found this information Describe the relationship between a stimulus and a response.
on page . Complete the table. Then complete the flowchart to describe
homeostasis.
What It Is Example
Stimulus
Response
Homeostasis
Stimulus Response
The conditions in an
organism’s cells change.

Name Date
I found this information Contrast the ways organisms obtain energy in the table.
on page .
Organism How It Obtains Energy
Plants
Animals
Bacteria in places
sunlight cannot reach
What do living Classify the needs of all living things. Complete the concept map.
things need?
on page .
Needs of
Living Things
S UMMARIZE I T Choose one living thing and one nonliving thing with which
you are familiar. Use the five characteristics of living things to explain how you know
that each is living or nonliving. Complete the chart to organize your information.
Object Has cells? Uses Grows and Responds Reproduces?
energy? develops? to stimuli?

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Section 3 Where does life come from?
Skim Section 3, and write three questions that you have.

1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define contaminate and use it in an original sentence.
contaminate
New
Vocabulary Write the vocabulary term that matches each definition.
the idea that living things come from nonliving things
the idea that living things come only from other living things

Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define estimate as both a noun and a verb.
estimate noun:
verb:

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Section 3 Where does life come from? (continued)
Life Comes Contrast the theories of spontaneous generation and biogenesis.

from Life Complete the table.
on page . Spontaneous Biogenesis
Generation
Source
of life
I found this information Sequence experiments that were conducted about the theory of
on page . spontaneous generation. Complete the time line.
Who:
1800s What:
Who:
1700s What:
Who:
1668 What:
Life’s Origins Complete key events in the evolution of life on Earth. Identify the
I found this information event that scientists hypothesize occurred at each time.
on page .
about 5 billion years ago:
about 4.6 billion years ago:
more than 3.5 billion years ago:

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Section 3 Where does life come from? (continued)
Life’s Origins Organize information about Oparin’s hypothesis. Complete the

I found this information outline.
on page . I. Oparin’s hypothesis of Earth’s early atmosphere composition
A.
B.
C.
D.
II. What happened in the atmosphere
A.
B.
Complete the graphic organizer summarizing Stanley Miller and

Harold Urey’s experiment.
CONNECT IT Scientists’ theories of the origin of life have changed over time.
How do these changes show the use of scientific methods?

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Section 4 How are living things classified?
Read the What You’ll Learn statements for Section 4. Rewrite

each statement as a question. As you read, look for the responses
to your questions.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Review
Vocabulary Describe how an organism’s common name is different from its
scientific name.
common name
New
Vocabulary Read the definitions below. Write the vocabulary term that
matches each definition.
first and largest category used to classify organisms
evolutionary history of an organism
group of similar species

two-word scientific naming system
Academic
Vocabulary Define similar using a dictionary.
similar

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Section 4 How are living things classified? (continued)
Classification Contrast historic classification systems. Identify the categories or

I found this information criteria used in each system.
on page .
Early Aristotle Linnaeus
classification
Categories
or criteria
I found this information Summarize the 6 types of information that modern scientists use
on page . to determine an organism’s phylogeny.
1.
2.
3.
4.

5.
6.
I found this information Label the groups used to classify organisms from least specific to
on page . most specific. Use the word bank to complete the diagram.
class genus order species
family kingdom phylum

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Section 4 How are living things classified? (continued)
Scientific Names Summarize binomial nomenclature. Complete the sentences.

I found this information The first word of an organism’s scientific name is its .
on page .
The second word might .
Identify four reasons the system of binomial nomenclature is useful.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Tools for Distinguish between a field guide and a dichotomous key.

Identifying Complete the Venn diagram.
Organisms Field Guide Dichotomous Key
I found this information Both
on page .
S YNTHESIZE I T Choose five similar plants or animals. Use what you know
about their structures and features to develop your own dichotomous key to classify
your choices. Use a dictionary to find the scientific name of each plant or animal to
include in your key.

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Chapter Wrap-Up
Now that you have read the chapter, think about what you have learned and complete
After You
Exploring and Classifying Life Read

organism’s life are called responses.
things come from nonliving things.
their similarities.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T List three important ideas you learned in Chapter 1.

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Cells
Before You Read
Preview the chapter title, the section titles, and the section headings. List at least one idea
for each section in each column.
K W
What I know What I want to find out

Science Journal
Write three questions that you would ask a scientist researching cancer cells.
Cells 15
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Cells
Section 1 Cell Structure
Skim Section 1. Write two questions that come to mind.
1.
2.
Review
Vocabulary Write sentences using the Review Vocabulary and New Vocabulary
words. Use two or more of the vocabulary words in each sentence.
photosynthesis
New
Vocabulary
cell membrane
cytoplasm
cell wall
organelle

nucleus
chloroplast
mitochondrion
ribosome
endoplasmic
reticulum
Golgi body
tissue
organ
Academic
Vocabulary Write sentences using function as a noun and as a verb.
function Noun:
Verb:
16 Cells
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Section 1 Cell Structure (continued)
Common Cell Define cell by completing the following statement.

Traits
A cell is
on page . .
I found this information Model a prokaryotic cell and a eukaryotic cell. Show the
on page . difference between the two types.
Prokaryotic Cell Eukaryotic Cell
Cell Organization Organize information about eukaryotic cell parts in the table.
on page . Part Description
Cell wall
Nucleus
Chloroplast
Mitochondria
Ribosomes
Endoplasmic
reticulum
Golgi bodies
Lysosomes
Cells 17
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Section 1 Cell Structure (continued)
From Cell to Sequence the following terms from simplest (at the top) to most
Organism complex in the chart below. Define each term and provide an
I found this information example.
on page . tissue organism cell organ system organ
Term: Example:
Definition:
Term: Example:
Definition:
Term: Example:

Definition:
Term: Example:
Definition:
Term: Example:
Definition:
S YNTHESIZE I T Compare and contrast animal and plant cells.
18 Cells
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Cells
Section 2 Viewing Cells
Predict three things that might be discussed in this section after

reading its headings.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Use magnify in a sentence.
magnify
New
Vocabulary Find a sentence in Section 2 in which cell theory is used and write
it here.
cell theory
Academic
Vocabulary Define compound as an adjective. Use a dictionary if you
need to.
compound
Locate and write a sentence in Section 2 in which the word

compound is used as an adjective.
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Section 2 Viewing Cells (continued)
Magnifying Cells Summarize information in your book to describe van

I found this information Leeuwenhoek’s microscope.
on page .
I found this information Evaluate the total magnification of a microscope with a 10X
on page . eyepiece lens and a 43X objective lens. Write the equation for
finding total magnification. Then use it to show your calculation.
total magnification
total magnification
I found this information Compare compound microscopes with electron microscopes by

on page . completing the Venn diagram with at least seven facts.

Compound Electron
Microscopes Microscopes
Both
20 Cells
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Section 2 Viewing Cells (continued)
Cell Theory Summarize discoveries made by scientists that led to the

I found this information cell theory.
on page .
Robert Hooke
Matthias Schleiden
Theodor Schwann
Rudolf Virchow
I found this information List the 3 main principles of the cell theory.
on page .
1.
2.
3.
CONNECT IT Describe how the development of the cell theory shows that
scientific beliefs can change over time. Use specific examples.
Cells 21
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Cells
Section 3 Viruses
Scan Section 3 of this chapter. Write three questions based on

headings in the section. Answer the questions as you read.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define disease using your book or a dictionary.
disease
New
Vocabulary Use your book to define each new vocabulary term.
virus

host cell
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define apparent.
apparent
Explain what the following sentence means.

The virus is still in your body’s cells, but it is hiding
and doing no apparent harm.
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Section 3 Viruses (continued)
What are Organize information about viruses by completing the outline.

viruses? Viruses
I found this information I. Definition:
on page .
II. Description:
A. Size:
B. Shapes:
III. Diseases caused by viruses
A. C.
B. D.
How do viruses Summarize what a virus needs to reproduce.

multiply?
on page . Distinguish between an active virus and a latent virus.
A(n) enters a host cell, immediately causes

the cell to make new viruses, and destroys the cell.
A(n) enters a host cell, but does not

immediately make new viruses or destroy the cell.
Sequence the events when an active virus enters a host cell.
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Section 3 Viruses (continued)
How do viruses Define bacteriophage and explain what it does to a bacterium.

affect organisms?
on page .
Fighting Viruses Sequence the steps by which interferons work.

on page .

Research with Summarize how scientists use viruses in gene therapy.
Viruses
on page .
CONNECT IT Describe why it is not a good idea to take antibiotics for a cold.
24 Cells
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Tie It Together
A scientist is researching an unknown disease. After examining the disease-causing agent
with a compound microscope and testing it in various ways, she has decided that the
disease should be treated with an antibiotic drug to disrupt its membrane and prevent it
from reproducing. Describe what is causing the disease and how you know.
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Cells Chapter Wrap-Up

Review the ideas you listed at the beginning of the chapter. Cross out any incorrect
information in the first column. Then complete the table by filling in the third column.
K W L
What I know What I want to find out What I learned
Review

S UMMARIZE I T What are the three most important ideas in the chapter?
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Cell Processes
Before You Read
Before You
Read Cell Processes
• Matter is made up of atoms.
• All substances chemically combine when

they are mixed together.
• Energy is always needed to move material
across a cell membrane.
• Plants can convert light energy into
chemical energy.

Science Journal
Describe two ways in which you think plants get food and energy.
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Cell Processes
Section 1 Chemistry of Life
Predict what you will learn in Section 1 after reading the headings
and looking at the diagrams.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define cell to show its scientific meaning.
cell
New
Vocabulary Find each term in Section 1 and write the sentence where it
is used.
mixture

organic compound
enzyme
inorganic compound
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define chemical bond.
chemical bond
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Section 1 Chemistry of Life (continued)
The Nature of Compare elements and compounds by completing the chart below.
Matter
I found this information Elements Compounds
on page . Number of types of atom
Example
I found this information Classify each characteristic of compounds as ionic, molecular,

on page . or both.
has positively and negatively charged ions
share outermost electrons to bond
salt
sugar
involved in many life processes
have different properties than the elements

from which they are made
Mixtures Compare mixtures, solutions, and suspensions. Complete the

I found this information statements below.
on page .
A mixture is
Both solutions and suspensions
In a solution,
In a suspension,
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Section 1 Chemistry of Life (continued)
Organic Summarize the functions of the 4 main organic compounds.

Compounds
I found this information Organic Compounds in Living Things
on page . Compound Function
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Proteins
Nucleic acids
Inorganic Compare and contrast characteristics of organic and inorganic

Compounds compounds by completing the table below.
on page . Characteristic Organic Inorganic
Contains
carbon?
Role in
living things
I found this information Identify three ways that water is important to living things.
on page .
1.
2.
3.
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Cell Processes
Section 2 Moving Cellular Materials
Skim Section 2. List three headings you would use to make an

outline of this section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define cytoplasm to show its scientific meaning.
cytoplasm
New
movement of substances through a cell membrane without the
use of energy
occurs when molecules of one substance are spread evenly

throughout another substance
energy-requiring process in which transport proteins bind with

particles and move them through a cell membrane
process by which a cell takes in a substance by surrounding it

with the cell membrane
process by which vesicles release their contents outside the cell
type of passive transport in which molecules move from where

there are more of them to where there are fewer of them
type of passive transport that occurs when water diffuses

through a cell membrane
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define the term facilitate.
facilitate
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Section 2 Moving Cellular Materials (continued)
I found this information Create a diagram that shows how oxygen diffuses from air sacs
on page . in the lungs to red blood cells.
I found this information Write a short caption on how oxygen moves from the lungs to
on page . toe cells.

Complete the concept map of osmosis.
is a type of does not require
. .
Osmosis
involves the movement occurs in both plant and
of animal .
through the cell membrane.
I found this information List three facts about facilitated diffusion.

on page .
1.
2.
3.
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Section 2 Moving Cellular Materials (continued)
Active Transport Sequence the process of how active transport moves materials
I found this information into the cell.
on page .
1.
2.
3.
I found this information Compare and contrast facilitated diffusion and active transport
on page . by writing yes or no in each box of the chart.
Facilitated Active
Diffusion Transport
Uses transport proteins?
Transports materials across
cell membrane?
Requires energy?
Able to move materials from an
area with less of the material to
an area with more of the material?
Endocytosis and Complete the table to identify the processes involved in moving
Exocytosis very large particles in and out of cells.
on page . Process Description
Materials
entering cell
Materials
being expelled
from cell
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Cell Processes
Section 3 Energy for Life
Scan Section 3 of your book. Write three things you think you will
learn about in this section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define mitochondrion to show its scientific meaning.
mitochondrion
New
Vocabulary Read the definitions below. Write the vocabulary term that
matches the definition in the blank to the left.
process by which producers and consumers release stored energy

from food molecules

process by which oxygen-lacking cells and some one-celled
organisms release small amounts of energy from glucose
molecules and produce wastes such as alcohol, carbon dioxide,
and lactic acid
process by which plants and many other producers use light

energy to produce a simple sugar from carbon dioxide and water
and give off oxygen
total of all chemical reactions in an organism
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define obtain.
obtain
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Section 3 Energy for Life (continued)
Trapping and Model a chemical reaction in which an enzyme changes two

Using Energy smaller molecules into one larger molecule.
on page .
I found this information Complete the table on the different materials and their roles in
on page . photosynthesis.
Material Role in Photosynthesis

Water
Carbon dioxide
products of photosynthesis
Chlorophyll
I found this information Analyze why photosynthesis is important to animals.

on page .
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Section 3 Energy for Life (continued)
I found this information Summarize the process of respiration. State what is broken down
on page . and what the products are.
I found this information Compare fermentation with respiration.

on page .
Comparing Fermentation and Respiration
Process Fermentation Respiration
What gets
broken down?
Where does
breakdown
occur?
Is energy

released?
What wastes if insufficient O2

are produced? in muscle cells:
;
in yeast cells:
S YNTHESIZE I T Describe the relationship between plants and animals. Use

the listed terms in your description.
carbon dioxide consumer energy oxygen photosynthesis producer respiration
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Tie It Together
Suppose that you are small enough to be able to move around within the cytoplasm
of a cell. Write a story about what it might be like to move through the cell membrane,
including the method the cell would use to let you in. Explain why this is the best method.
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Cell Processes Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Cell Processes Read
• Matter is made up of atoms.
• All substances chemically combine when

they are mixed together.
• Energy is always needed to move material
across a cell membrane.
• Plants can convert light energy into
chemical energy.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T List three important ideas in the chapter.
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Cell Reproduction
Before You Read
Before You
Read Cell Reproduction
• One-celled organisms reproduce through
cell division.
• Every living organism has a life cycle.
• All organisms reproduce sexually.
• Most of the cells formed in your body

do not contain genetic material.

Science Journal
Write three things that you know about how and why cells reproduce.
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Cell Reproduction
Section 1 Cell Division and Mitosis
Skim Section 1 of your book. Read the headings, illustrations, and

captions. Write three questions that come to mind as you skim the
section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define nucleus to show its scientific meaning.
nucleus
New
Vocabulary Locate sentences in your book that use each of the following
terms. Write each sentence here, and give the page on which you
found it.
mitosis

chromosome
asexual reproduction
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to write a scientific definition of the term cycle.
Then find a sentence in this section that defines the cell cycle,
and write it here.
cycle
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Section 1 Cell Division and Mitosis (continued)
Why is cell Identify the 3 reasons cell division is important.

division
1.
important?
on page .
3.
The Cell Cycle Summarize information about interphase in eukaryotic cells in

I found this information the following paragraph.
on page .
Interphase is the part of the cell cycle. During
interphase, cells and . During inter-
phase, cells that are still dividing copy their and
prepare for . Cells no longer dividing are
Mitosis Sequence the steps of mitosis, and write a short description of

I found this information what takes place in each phase.

on page .
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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Section 1 Cell Division and Mitosis (continued)
I found this information Compare mitosis in animals and plants. State if each feature exists
on page . in plant cells, animal cells, or both.
Feature Cell Type

Centrioles
Spindle fibers
Cell plate
Cell wall
I found this information Organize important concepts about mitosis.

on page .
1. Mitosis is the division of a .
2. Mitosis produces two new nuclei that are identical both to
and to .
3. A nucleus with 46 chromosomes that undergoes mitosis will

produce nuclei, each with chromosomes.
Asexual Identify the 3 forms of asexual reproduction described below.

Reproduction
the method by which bacteria reproduce
on page . new organism growing from body of the parent
to regrow body parts that are lost or damaged
CONNECT IT A strawberry farmer wants to increase her crop without spending

large amounts of money for new seeds. How can she take advantage of asexual
reproduction to increase her crop?
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Cell Reproduction
Section 2 Sexual Reproduction and Meiosis
Skim the headings and illustrations in Section 2. Write three things

you think you will learn about in this section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define organism to show its scientific meaning.
organism
New
Vocabulary Read the definitions below. Write the correct vocabulary term on
the blank to the left.
in sexual reproduction, the joining of a sperm and egg
new diploid cell formed when a sperm fertilizes an egg; will divide
by mitosis and develop into a new organism

sex cell formed in the female reproductive organs
cell whose similar chromosomes occur in pairs
reproductive process that produces haploid cells
haploid sex cell formed in the male reproductive organs
cells that have only half of each pair of chromosomes
type of reproduction in which two sex cells join to form a zygote
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define process.
process
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Section 2 Sexual Reproduction and Meiosis (continued)
Sexual Compare characteristics of human diploid and haploid cells in

Reproduction the table below. Give examples of each type of cell.
on page . Types of Human Cells
Diploid Haploid
Number of
chromosomes
Process that
produces them
Examples
Meiosis and Model the 4 stages of meiosis I in the spaces below. Use the figure
Sex Cells in your book to help you.
on page . Meiosis I
Prophase I Metaphase I

Anaphase I Telophase I
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Section 2 Sexual Reproduction and Meiosis (continued)
I found this information Model what takes place inside a cell nucleus during meiosis II by
on page . drawing the 4 phases in the spaces below.
Meiosis II
Prophase II Metaphase II
Anaphase II Telophase II
I found this information Summarize differences between meiosis I and meiosis II by

on page . writing a number, yes, or no in each box of the chart.
Meiosis I Meiosis II
How many cells result?
Is a haploid cell formed?
Do chromatids separate?
S YNTHESIZE I T Fruit flies have eight chromosomes in their body cells. Mice
have 40. How many chromosomes are there in each sex cell of these organisms?
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Cell Reproduction
Section 3 DNA
Scan the list below to preview Section 3.

• Read all section titles.
• Read all bold words.
• Look at all illustrations and their labels.
• Think about what you already know about DNA.
Review
Vocabulary Define heredity to show its scientific meaning.
heredity
New
Vocabulary Write the correct vocabulary term next to each definition.
deoxyribonucleic acid; a cell’s heredity material; made up of
two strands, each consisting of a sugar-phosphate backbone
and nitrogen bases: adenine, thymine, guanine, and cytosine
section of DNA that contains instructions for making specific

proteins
ribonucleic acid; type of nucleic acid that contains the sugar ribose,
phosphates, and bases adenine, guanine, cytosine, and uracil
any permanent change in a gene or chromosome of a cell; may be

beneficial, harmful, or have little effect on an organism
Academic
Vocabulary The word code can be used as a noun or as a verb. Write a
definition for its use as a noun and as a verb.
code Noun:
Verb:
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Section 3 DNA (continued)
What is DNA? Identify the 4 nitrogen bases found in DNA.

I found this information 1. 3.
on page .
2. 4.
I found this information Model a section of a DNA molecule, showing its twisted-ladder
on page . structure. Label the the nitrogen bases, sugar, and phosphates.
Make sure the nitrogen bases in your drawing are correctly paired.
I found this information Summarize how DNA copies itself.

on page .
Genes Complete the following paragraph on the relationship of proteins

I found this information and genes.
on page .
Proteins are made up of long chains of .
Genes determine the of
in a protein. Changing the of the amino acids
makes a protein.
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Section 3 DNA (continued)
I found this information Complete the table on the 3 main kinds of RNA.
on page .
Type of RNA Function
carries the code to make proteins from
the nucleus to the cytoplasm
transfer RNA (tRNA)
type of RNA contained in ribosomes
I found this information Complete the steps of protein production within a cell.
on page .
1. mRNA moves into the cytoplasm.
2. A(n) attaches to it.
3. molecules bring to the ribosomes.
4. Nitrogen bases on the temporarily

the nitrogen bases on the .
5. The same process occurs with another molecule
and the next portion of the molecule.
6. The attached to the two
molecules , beginning the formation of a protein.
Mutations Describe how mutations can affect an organism.

on page .
CONNECT IT A man has a discolored area on the back of his hand. The doctor
has assured him it is a harmless body cell mutation. Explain why the mutation
probably will not appear in his children.
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Tie It Together
Draw an animal cell with six chromosomes.
Follow the chromosomes as they go through the steps of meiosis.
Show the chromosomes duplicating and separating, and describe the final end products.
Name each step in the process.
Show one way that a mutation might occur during the process.
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Cell Reproduction Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Cell Reproduction Read
• One-celled organisms reproduce through
cell division.
• Every living organism has a life cycle.
• All organisms reproduce sexually.
• Most of the cells formed in your body

do not contain genetic material.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T List three important ideas from this chapter.
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Heredity
Before You Read
Before You
Read Heredity
• Offspring of an organism always have the
same traits as the parents.
• There may be more than two forms of
a gene.
• Some traits are determined by more than
one gene.
• Traits from one type of organism can be
introduced into another type of organism.
Construct the Foldable as directed at the beginning of the chapter.

Science Journal
Write three traits that you have and how you would determine how those traits were
passed to you.
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Heredity
Section 1 Genetics
Skim Section 1 of the chapter. Write two questions that come to mind
from reading the headings of this section.
1.
2.
Review
Vocabulary Define meiosis.
meiosis
New
Vocabulary Write a paragraph describing heredity. Use the five vocabulary
terms from the left in your paragraph.
heredity
genetics
allele

dominant
recessive
Write a paragraph describing genotype. Use the five vocabulary

terms from the left in your paragraph.
Punnett square
genotype
phenotype
homozygous
heterozygous
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define physical.
physical
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Section 1 Genetics (continued)
Inheriting Traits Summarize what alleles are and how they are inherited.
on page .
Mendel—The Identify three things Mendel did that made his work more useful
Father of than previous studies of heredity.
Genetics 1.
on page .
2.
3.
Genetics in Analyze one trait that Mendel studied.

a Garden • Identify the dominant and recessive forms of the trait.
• Predict how an organism would look if it had two dominant
on page .
alleles, two recessive alleles, or one of each allele.
Trait
Dominant form
Recessive form
Two dominant alleles
Two recessive alleles
One of each allele
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Section 1 Genetics (continued)
Genetics in Complete the Punnett square for black and blond fur in a dog.
a Garden
Black dog
B b
on page .
Blond dog
b
b
Analyze the Punnett square to complete the sentences.
The black dog carries black-fur traits. The blond
dog carries blond-fur traits. The chance that the
offspring will have black fur is , or
in .
I found this information Summarize Mendel’s 3 principles of heredity.

on page .
1.
2.
3.
CONNECT IT A pea plant is heterozygous for purple flowers (Rr). A gardener

crosses it with another pea plant with the same genotype. The recessive gene for this
trait causes white flowers. Predict the possible genotypes and phenotypes for the
offspring. Predict the percentage for each genotype and phenotype.
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Heredity
Section 2 Genetics Since Mendel
Scan the headings and illustrations in Section 2. Write two facts

you learned about genetics as you scanned the section.
1.
2.
Review
Vocabulary Define gene to show its scientific meaning.
gene
New
Vocabulary Define each vocabulary term.
incomplete dominance
polygenic inheritance
sex-linked gene
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define intermediate. Then rewrite the
sentence below, using your definition.
When the allele for white four-o’clock flowers and the
allele for red four-o’clock flowers combined, the result
was an intermediate phenotype—pink flowers.
intermediate
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Section 2 Genetics Since Mendel (continued)
Incomplete Draw a Punnett square for red and white four-o’clock flowers
Dominance showing the possible offspring. Use R for the allele for red flowers
I found this information and R for the allele for white flowers. In each section of the square,
on page . write the genotype and phenotype of the offspring.
Red four-o’clock
R R
four-o’clock
R
White
R
Summarize incomplete dominance.

I found this information Analyze how a gene with multiple alleles can produce more than
on page . three phenotypes. Use blood types as an example.
Polygenic Identify how internal environment can affect the expression of a

Inheritance trait. Complete the flow chart.
on page . male Chemicals Gene
Gene for bird activate gene. expressed.
bright
plumage
is present. female
bird Chemicals Gene
activate gene. expressed.
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Section 2 Genetics Since Mendel (continued)
Human Genes Analyze how chromosome disorders occur.

and Mutations
A chromosome disorder occurs as a result of a
on page . . It causes an organism to have
chromosomes than normal.
I found this information Model how two heterozygous parents who do not have a recessive
on page . disorder can have a child with the disorder. Use C for a dominant
allele and c for a recessive allele.
Mother’s genotype:
Child’s genotype:
Father’s genotype:
Sex-Linked Complete the statements about sex-linked traits.

Disorders
Sex-linked disorders usually result from alleles

on page . on the chromosome. A man will have the disorder when
. A woman will
have the disorder when
Pedigrees Trace Summarize why pedigrees are useful to geneticists.

Traits
on page .
S YNTHESIZE I T Choose a trait described in Section 2, such as color-blindness,

calico patterns in cats, or cystic fibrosis. Choose genotypes for two parents. Draw a
pedigree starting with these parents. Continue your pedigree for two generations.
Use Punnett squares to help you predict possible offspring.
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Section 3 Biotechnology
Preview the section title and headings. Write three questions that
you would ask a modern geneticist after your preview.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Use DNA in an original sentence to show its scientific meaning.
DNA
New
Vocabulary Define genetic engineering.

genetic engineering
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define insert as a verb. Then find a sentence
in Section 3 that uses the term or a form of the term.
insert
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Section 3 Biotechnology (continued)
Genetic Distinguish three uses for genetic engineering.

Engineering
1.
on page . 2.
3.
I found this information Organize information about recombinant DNA. Complete the
on page . graphic organizer.
Recombinant
DNA
Produced by: Used for:

I found this information Summarize how gene therapy may be used in the future.
on page .
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Section 3 Biotechnology (continued)
Genetic Create a flow chart about gene therapy. Show how the gene gets
Engineering into the body and what happens when it reaches the cells.
on page .
Summarize each step of gene therapy in your model above.

1.
2.
3.

I found this information Evaluate the benefits and potential risks of genetic engineering
on page . of crop plants.
Benefits Risks
CONNECT IT Describe how viruses are useful tools in genetic engineering.
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Tie It Together
Suppose that Gregor Mendel came to visit a modern genetics laboratory and you were
asked to give him a tour. Write a report describing what you would show him and how
you would explain modern genetics. Remember that he does not know the words gene
or allele, although he described “factors” that controlled traits.
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Heredity Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Heredity Read
• Offspring of an organism always have the
same traits as the parents.
• There may be more than two forms of
a gene.
• Some traits are determined by more than
one gene.
• Traits from one type of organism can be
introduced into another type of organism.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T Identify the three most important ideas in this chapter.
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Adaptations over Time

Before You Read
Before You
Read Adaptations over Time
• Traits acquired by an organism during its life can be
passed on to its offspring.
• Most evidence of evolution comes from fossils.
• Organisms with traits best suited to their environment

are more likely to survive and reproduce.
• Humans share a common ancestor with other primates.

Science Journal
Pick a favorite plant or animal and list all the ways it is well-suited to its environment.
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Section 1 Ideas About Evolution
Predict three things that will be discussed in Section 1 as you scan

the headings and illustrations.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define gene using your book.
gene
New
Vocabulary Write the correct term next to its definition.
group of organisms that share similar characteristics and can
reproduce among themselves, producing fertile offspring

change in inherited characteristics over time
process by which organisms with traits best suited to their

environment are more likely to survive and reproduce
inherited trait that makes an individual different from other

members of its species
any variation that makes an organism better suited to its

environment
Academic
Vocabulary Use your book or a dictionary to define hypothesis.
hypothesis
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Section 1 Ideas About Evolution (continued)
Early Models of Identify why Lamarck’s theory of evolution was not accepted.
Evolution
on page .
Darwin’s Model Analyze Darwin’s explanation of the origins of the 13 species of

of Evolution Galápagos finches. Fill in the missing words.
on page . The Galápagos finches for food. Those that had
, that allowed them to get food
were able to longer and more.
Over time, groups of finches became separate .
Natural Selection State 5 main principles of natural selection.

on page .
2.
3.
4.
5.
Variation and Compare and contrast variations and adaptations.

Adaptation
I found this information Variation Adaptation
on page . Definition
Examples

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Section 1 Ideas About Evolution (continued)
Variation and Complete the table explaining factors that can lead to changes in
Adaptation a population.
on page . What Happens How It Leads to
Change
Changes
in Gene
Sources
Geographic
Isolation
The Speed of Compare and contrast gradualism and punctuated equilibrium.

Evolution Select ideas from your reading to fill in the Venn diagram.
I found this information Punctuated
on page . Gradualism Equilibrium
Both

S YNTHESIZE I T Describe how natural selection can lead to the formation of
a new species. Include factors such as migration and geographic isolation.

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Section 2 Clues About Evolution
Scan Section 2 of your book. Then write two items in each of the
boxes below.
What I know about What I want to know

fossils about fossils
Review
Vocabulary Define epoch using your book.
epoch
New
Vocabulary Use your book to help you write the correct vocabulary term next
to each definition.
a type of rock made from pieces of other rocks, minerals deposited

from a solution, or plant and animal matter
element that gives off a steady amount of radiation as it slowly

changes to a nonradioactive element
study of embryos and their development
similar in structure, origin, or function
structure that does not seem to have a function and that may once
have functioned in the body of an ancestor
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define method.
method

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Section 2 Clues About Evolution (continued)
Clues from Create a concept map to summarize information about the Green
Fossils River formation. Include information about
I found this information • where it is
on page .
• what it was in the past
• how fossils formed, and
• what scientists learn from the fossils there.
Types of Fossils Summarize the types of rock in which fossils are commonly found.

on page . Most fossils are found in rock. They are most
often found in .
Determining a Organize information about how scientists determine the age of

Fossil’s Age fossils. Complete the outline.
I found this information I. Relative dating
on page .
A.
B. provides an estimate of a fossil’s age by
II. Radiometric dating
A.
B. Scientists estimate age by

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Section 2 Clues About Evolution (continued)
Fossils and Create a graphic organizer to identify what scientists learn

Evolution from fossils.
on page .
Information
obtained from
fossils
More Clues Organize information about other clues scientists use to study
About Evolution evolution.
on page .
Other
clues about
evolution
S YNTHESIZE I T A scientist discovers a new species of mammal. How could

the scientist determine its evolutionary relationships to other animals? Explain how the
scientist could use each type of evidence discussed in the section.

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Section 3 The Evolution of Primates
Skim Section 3 of your book. Read the headings. Write three

questions that come to mind.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define opposable using your book.
opposable
New
Vocabulary Use your book to define the following terms. Then use each term
in a sentence.
primates

hominid
Homo sapiens
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define similar.
similar

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Section 3 The Evolution of Primates (continued)
Primates Analyze adaptations that are common among primates by

I found this information completing the table below. List three primate adaptations and
on page . the functions each allows.
Adaptation Function
I found this information Distinguish three characteristics of hominids.

on page .
1.
2.
3.
I found this information Sequence the ancestors of early humans. Create a timeline of
on page . hominids in the boxes below. Identify and describe the hominid that
lived during each time period.
Time period: 4–6 million years ago

Hominid:
Characteristics:
Time period: 1.5–2 million years ago

Hominid:
Characteristics:
Time period: 1.6 million years ago

Hominid:
Characteristics:

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Section 3 The Evolution of Primates (continued)
Humans Organize information about the origins of modern humans.

I found this information Complete the diagram.
on page .
Early Homo sapiens
(about 400,000 years ago)
about about
years ago years ago
(Homo sapiens sapiens)
I found this information Contrast Neanderthals and Cro-Magnon humans by completing

on page . the diagram.

Neanderthals Cro-Magnon humans
CONNECT IT Hypothesize how scientists might determine whether Neanderthals

are ancestors of modern humans.

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Tie It Together
Make Fossils
With a partner, model a set of fossils that show how organisms can change over time. Draw
or model three related organisms. One should be the original organism. The others should
be descendants of the original organism. Record the adaptations shown by your fossils.
What environmental changes might have led to the adaptations?
Trade fossils with another pair. Describe the fossils that you are given. What adaptations
can you find?

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Adaptations over Time Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Adaptations over Time Read
• Traits acquired by an organism during its life can be
passed on to its offspring.
• Most evidence of evolution comes from fossils.
• Organisms with traits best suited to their environment

are more likely to survive and reproduce.
• Humans share a common ancestor with other primates.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T After reading this chapter, identify three things that you have
learned about adaptations of organisms over time.

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Bacteria
Before You Read
Preview the chapter and section titles and the section headings. Complete the first
two columns of the table by listing at least two ideas for each section in each column.
K W

Science Journal
List ways that bacteria can be harmful and ways that bacteria can be beneficial.
Which list is longer?
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Bacteria
Section 1 What are bacteria?
Scan Section 1 of the chapter.

• Read all headings and bold words.
• Look at all of the illustrations.
• Think about what you already know about bacteria.
Write three facts that you learned while scanning the section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define prokaryotic to show its scientific meaning.
prokaryotic
New

Vocabulary Read the definitions below. Write the key term on the blank in the
left column.
organism that uses oxygen for respiration
simplest form of asexual reproduction, in which two new cells are

produced that have genetic material that is identical to each other
and to the original cell
whiplike tails that help many bacteria move
organism that is adapted to live without oxygen
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define the term environment.
environment
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Section 1 What are bacteria? (continued)
Characteristics Identify 3 shapes of bacterial cells.

of Bacteria
1. cocci:
on page . 2. bacilli:
3. spirilla:
I found this information Summarize how the following pairs of words relate to bacteria.
on page .
Asexual Reproduction/Sexual Reproduction:
Producers/Consumers:
Aerobes/Anaerobes:
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Section 1 What are bacteria? (continued)
Eubacteria Complete the graphic organizer about the characteristics of

I found this information cyanobacteria.
on page .
produce contain chlorophyll and
as waste
Cyanobacteria
use carbon dioxide, sunlight, are food for
and water to
I found this information Summarize the different types of consumer eubacteria.

on page .
Archaebacteria Identify three types of extreme environments in which

I found this information archaebacteria can survive.
on page .
I found this information Summarize how methane-producing bacteria obtain energy.

on page .
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Bacteria
Section 2 Bacteria in Your Life
Skim the headings in Section 2. What do you think are two major
ideas that will be discussed in this section?
1.
2.
Review
Vocabulary Define disease and use it in an original sentence.
disease
New
Vocabulary Match the definitions with the appropriate key terms.
chemical produced by some bacteria that is used to limit the
growth of other bacteria
organism that uses dead organisms for food and energy

bacteria that change nitrogen from the air into forms that plants
and animals can use
organism that causes disease
poisonous substance produced by some pathogens
thick-walled, protective structure produced by some bacteria when

conditions are unfavorable for survival
preparation made from killed bacteria or damaged particles from

bacterial cell walls that can prevent some bacterial diseases
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define the term benefit.
benefit
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Section 2 Bacteria in Your Life (continued)
Beneficial Analyze how some bacteria help you. Complete the paragraph.
Bacteria
I found this information are helpful in many ways. Without them, you
on page . would not be able to stay for very long. Bacteria
in the produce which is needed
for blood clotting. Some bacteria produce . These
chemicals of other bacteria.
I found this information Summarize the roles of saprophytes and nitrogen-fixing

on page . bacteria in the environment.
Role of saprophytes:
Nitrogen-fixing bacteria:

I found this information Complete the table describing some of the ways people use bacteria.
on page .
Human Uses for Bacteria
Use How do the bacteria help?
Bioremediation
Food Production
Industry
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Section 2 Bacteria in Your Life (continued)
Harmful Bacteria Analyze how pathogens make you sick. Complete the paragraph.
on page . Pathogens can enter your body when you
and through . Once inside the body, they can
multiply, , and cause .
I found this information Complete the graphic organizer about pasteurization.

on page .
Most harmful bacteria are killed because
The
does
. not change.
Pasteurization
The process is used to prepare these foods:
I found this information Summarize information about vaccines.

on page .
S UMMARIZE I T Explain why it is important to learn about bacteria.
SEE OVERSET PG
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Bacteria Chapter Wrap-Up

Review the ideas that you listed in the table at the beginning of the chapter. Cross
out any incorrect information in the first column. Then complete the table by filling
in the third column. How do your ideas about what you know now compare with
those you provided at the beginning of the chapter?
K W L
Review

S UMMARIZE I T Identify three important ideas in this chapter.
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Protists and Fungi

Before You Read
Before You
Read Protists and Fungi
• Some protists have roots like those
of plants.
• The oxygen you breathe comes partly
from green algae.
• Protozoans are usually classified by what
they eat.
• Lichens can indicate the pollution level
in an area.

Science Journal
In what ways might fungi benefit other organisms and the environment?
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Protists and Fungi

Section 1 Protists
Preview the What You’ll Learn statements for Section 1. Rewrite

each statement as a question. Look for the answers as you read the
section.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Review
Vocabulary Define asexual reproduction to show its scientific meaning.
asexual reproduction
New
Vocabulary Write the vocabulary word that matches each definition.
one-celled or many-celled eukaryotic organism that lives in moist

or wet surroundings
plantlike protists
one-celled, animal-like protist
long, thin, whiplike structure used for movement
short, threadlike structures that extend from the cell membrane

and help the organism move quickly
temporary extension of cytoplasm that helps some protists move
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define visible.
visible
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Section 1 Protists (continued)
What is a Compare and contrast the 3 groups of protists.

protist?
I found this information Plantlike Animal-like Funguslike
on page . Do they make
their own food?
Is there a cell
wall?
Can they move?
Plantlike Protists Summarize key information about plantlike protists.

I found this information Diatoms:
on page .
Dinoflagellates:
Euglenoids:
Red algae:
Green algae:
Brown algae:
Importance Evaluate the importance of algae.

of Algae
I found this information Algae in the Environment Human Uses of Algae
on page .

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Section 1 Protists (continued)
Animal-Like Classify protozoans. Summarize key information about each type

Protists of protozoan.
on page . Type Characteristics
Importance of Summarize the importance of protozoans to other organisms.

Protozoans
on page .

Funguslike Complete the prompts with information about funguslike protists.
Protists
and Funguslike protists produce like fungi and must take
Importance of in food from . Slime molds use to
Funguslike
move and live on or in moist, cool,
Protists
I found this information shady environments. Downy molds and mildews grow as a mass of
on page .
over an organism. Some are parasites; others feed on
. Funguslike protists in the ecosystem help break
down . Some are to other organisms.
CONNECT IT Why is it dangerous to drink water from unknown sources?

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Protists and Fungi

Section 2 Fungi
Skim Section 2. Predict two topics that will be covered.

1.
2.
Review
Vocabulary Define photosynthesis using your book or a dictionary.
photosynthesis
New
Vocabulary Write the correct vocabulary word next to its definition.
mass of threadlike tubes forming the body of a fungus
organism that absorbs energy from dead and decaying tissues
waterproof reproductive cell that can grow into a new organism

reproductive cells produced by club fungi
reproductive cells produced by sac fungi
form of asexual reproduction in which a new, genetically identical

organism forms on the side of its parent
case containing reproductive cells produced by some types of fungi
organism made up of a fungus and a green alga or a cyanobac-

terium
network of hyphae and plant roots that helps plants absorb water
and minerals from the soil
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define decline.
decline

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Section 2 Fungi (continued)
What are fungi? Complete the table to describe the characteristics of fungi.
on page . Structure Obtaining Food
Reproduction Differences from Plants

Club Fungi, Sac Compare club, sac, and zygote fungi.
Fungi, Zygote
Fungi, and Examples How they reproduce
Other Fungi Club
I found this information fungi
on page .
Sac
fungi
Zygote
fungi
I found this information Summarize why some fungi are difficult to classify.
on page .

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Section 2 Fungi (continued)
Lichens, Fungi, Identify three important roles of lichens.

and Plants
1.
on page . 2.
3.
I found this information Model the beneficial relationship between fungi and plants by
on page . completing the diagram.
Some fungi and plants form a network of and
called .
The fungi help the plants The plants supply
and to the fungi.
.
The Importance Identify the importance of fungi in each of these areas.

of Fungi
I found this information Foods Agriculture Health and Decomposers
on page . Medicine
CONNECT IT Describe what nature would be like without lichens, mycorrhizae,

and decomposer fungi.

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Protists and Fungi Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Protists and Fungi Read
• Some protists have roots like those
of plants.
• The oxygen you breathe comes partly
from green algae.
• Protozoans are usually classified by what
they eat.
• Lichens can indicate the pollution level
in an area.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T After reading the chapter, write three facts you learned that
you did not know before.

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Plants
Before You Read
Before You
Read Plants
• In tropical rain forests, there are more than 260,000 known
plant species and probably more to be identified.
• Land plants’ ancestors may have been green algae that
lived in the sea.
• Ferns and mosses produce spores rather than seeds.
• Paper and clothing are made from seed plants.

Science Journal
Write three characteristics that you think all plants have in common.
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Plants
Section 1 An Overview of Plants
Skim the headings in Section 1. Then predict three facts you will
learn from reading the section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define the word species. Use your book or a dictionary for help.
species
New
Vocabulary Use your book to define the following key terms.
cuticle

cellulose
vascular plant
nonvascular plant
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define adapt to reflect its scientific meaning.
adapt
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Section 1 An Overview of Plants (continued)
What is a plant? Summarize how plants make food by completing the concept map
I found this information below. Use these terms: photosynthesis, chlorophyll, chloroplasts.
on page .
Green plant cells
contain
in
that make food

through the process of
Origin and Sequence the events in the table below. Write the oldest event at
Evolution of the bottom of the table and the youngest event at the top of the table.
Plants Events
I found this information • First cone-bearing plants • First green algae
on page . • First flowering plants • First land plants
(Youngest)
(Oldest)
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Section 1 An Overview of Plants (continued)
Life on Land Summarize how land plants made life possible for land animals.
on page .
Adaptations Identify the four adaptations that make it possible for plants to live
to Land on land.
on page . Plant Adaptations to Land
Structure Function

Classification Complete the concept map below about plant classification.
of Plants
I found this information divides plants
on page . into two major
groups called
Classification
of was developed by
plants
gives each plant
species its own
CONNECT IT Suppose that you are working at a greenhouse. While at work,

a child asks you, “What’s a plant?” Write a short answer to this question.
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Plants
Section 2 Seedless Plants
Skim Section 2 of your book. Then write three questions that you
have about plants. Try to answer your questions as you read.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define spore. Use your book or a dictionary for help. Write
a sentence that reflects its scientific meaning.
spore
New
Vocabulary Use your book to define the following key terms. Then use each
word in a sentence that reflects its scientific meaning.
rhizoid
pioneer species
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define soil. Write a sentence that reflects its
scientific meaning.
soil
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Section 2 Seedless Plants (continued)
Seedless Organize the characteristics of seedless nonvascular plants by

Nonvascular completing the chart below.
Plants
Characteristics of Seedless Nonvascular Plants
on page . 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
I found this information Complete the concept map to identify examples and characteristics

on page . of seedless nonvascular plants. One example has been listed for you.
Mosses
spores in caps
on stalks
Seedless
Nonvascular Plants
Liverworts
less than 2.5 cm

in diameter
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Section 2 Seedless Plants (continued)
Seedless Compare and contrast seedless vascular plants with seedless

Vascular Plants nonvascular plants in the Venn diagram below.
I found this information Seedless vascular plants Seedless nonvascular plants
on page . Both
• •
• •
• •
•
•
• •
• •
• •
Importance of Summarize the importance of seedless plants in the table below.

Seedless Plants
I found this information Importance of Seedless Plants
on page .
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
CONNECT IT Suppose you are a naturalist working in a forest area that has
recently burned in a forest fire. Summarize what you would tell visitors about seedless
plants and how important they are to the forest’s recovery.
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Plants
Section 3 Seed Plants
Scan Section 3 of your book. Write three questions that come to

mind as you read the headings and examine the illustrations.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define seed. Use your book or a dictionary for help. Then
use this word in a sentence that reflects its scientific meaning.
seed
New
Vocabulary Read the definitions below. Write the correct key term on the
blank in the left column. Use your book for help.
a vascular plant that produces seeds that are not protected

by fruit

a vascular plant that flowers and produces fruit with one or
more seeds
a plant with one cotyledon inside its seeds
a plant with two cotyledons inside its seeds
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define annual as it applies to the length of
a plant’s life.
annual
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Section 3 Seed Plants (continued)
Characteristics Create a cross-section of a leaf in the space below. Label and

of Seed Plants describe the purpose of six important features.
on page .
I found this information Organize the characteristics of seed plants by completing the
on page . chart below.
Structure Function
Leaves
Stems
Roots
Vascular
tissue
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Section 3 Seed Plants (continued)
Gymnosperms Complete the chart below about gymnosperms by writing about

I found this information the characteristic listed in that cell.
on page .
Gymnosperms
Divisions Seeds
Flowers Leaves
Angiosperms Complete the chart below about angiosperms by writing about

I found this information the characteristic listed in that cell.
on page .
Angiosperms
Division Seeds

Flowers Fruits
Importance of Skim your book for two uses each of gymnosperms and
Seed Plants angiosperms.
I found this information Gymnosperms:
on page .
1.
2.
Angiosperms:
1.
2.
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Tie It Together
In the space below, draw a sketch of a tree. Label the tree’s roots, trunk, and leaves. Next
to each label, write the important functions that each of these structures performs. Beneath
your sketch, explain why trees are an important part of the environment.
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Plants Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Plants Read
• In tropical rain forests, there are more than 260,000 known
plant species and probably more to be identified.
• Land plants’ ancestors may have been green algae that
lived in the sea.
• Ferns and mosses produce spores rather than seeds.
• Paper and clothing are made from seed plants.
Review

learned about plants.
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Plant Reproduction
Before You Read
Before You
Read Plant Reproduction
• Both humans and plants need water,
oxygen, energy, and food to grow.
• Ferns and mosses reproduce by forming
spores.
• All seeds are produced by flowering plants.
• Some seeds are spread by gravity.

Science Journal
List three plants that reproduce by forming seeds.
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Plant Reproduction
Section 1 Introduction to Plant Reproduction
Scan Section 1 of your book using the checklist below.

Read all section titles.
Read all bold words.
Read all charts and graphs.
Look at all the pictures and read their captions.
Think about what you already know about plant reproduction.
Write three facts that you discovered about plant reproduction as

you scanned this section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define fertilization in a sentence that shows its scientific
meaning.

fertilization
New
Vocabulary Use your book to define the following terms.
spore
gametophyte stage
sporophyte stage
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define identical.
identical
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Section 1 Introduction to Plant Reproduction (continued)
Types of Compare and contrast two ways that plants reproduce.

Reproduction
I found this information Plant Reproduction
on page .
can be
forms forms
I found this information Sequence the steps in plant fertilization. Complete the flow chart.
on page .
Female reproductive structures Male reproductive structures
produce . produce .
Are
both structures
found on the same
plant?
No Yes

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Section 1 Introduction to Plant Reproduction (continued)
Plant Life Cycles Model the two stages of a plant’s life cycle by labeling the diagram
I found this information below with the following terms.
on page . • gametophyte plant • sporophyte plant
structures (n) structures (2n)
• sex cells (sperm and eggs) (n) • spores (n)
Fertilization

Contrast the gametophyte and sporophyte stages of plant
development. Complete the table.
Stage Cell type Reproductive How

cells formed reproductive
cells form
Gametophyte
Sporophyte
CONNECT IT A plant breeder wants to develop new varieties of roses that have
different traits from the varieties he already has. Describe the type of reproduction
the breeder is most likely to use and why.

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Plant Reproduction
Section 2 Seedless Reproduction
Skim Section 2 of your book. Read the headings and look at the
illustrations. Write three questions that come to mind.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define photosynthesis using your book or a dictionary.
photosynthesis
New
frond
rhizome
sori
prothallus
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define widespread.
widespread

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Section 2 Seedless Reproduction (continued)
The Importance Summarize the role of spores in plant reproduction.

of Spores
Spores are used by
on page . to reproduce. The
stage of the plant produces spores in
. These , and the
spores are spread by . The spores grow into
that can produce .
Nonvascular Sequence the life cycle of a moss. Complete the flow chart.
Seedless Plants
on page . begins
the sporophyte stage. occurs,
producing
spores.

swims to
the , and
Spores grow into
occurs.
that produce
I found this information Distinguish two ways in which nonvascular plants reproduce
on page . asexually.
Type of Plant Asexual Reproduction Process

moss
liverwort

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Section 2 Seedless Reproduction (continued)
Vascular Contrast vascular and nonvascular seedless plants. Complete the

Seedless Plants Venn diagram with at least six facts.
I found this information Vascular Nonvascular
on page . Both
I found this information Organize the life cycle of a fern into a flow chart.
on page .
takes place Spores
inside . .
Spore grows into the

stage
plant,
develops from .
called the .
occurs, Male and female
producing a . form in the .
CONNECT IT Suppose that you are walking through a forest and you see some
moss plants and ferns. Describe how you could know the stage of its life cycle each
kind of plant is in.

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Plant Reproduction
Section 3 Seed Reproduction
Predict three things that will be discussed in Section 3.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define gymnosperms using your book or a dictionary.
gymnosperms
New
Vocabulary Match each vocabulary term to its definition.
small structure produced by the male reproductive organs of a seed
plant

transfer of pollen grains to the female part of a seed plant
series of events that results in the growth of a plant from a seed
part of a plant that produces the egg
male reproductive organ in a flower
female reproductive organ in a flower
part of a flower in which ovules are found
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define structure as it is used in science.
structure

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Section 3 Seed Reproduction (continued)
The Importance Summarize key facts about pollen and pollination. Complete the
of Pollen and outline.
Seeds Pollen and Pollination in Seed Plants
I found this information I. Pollen grains
on page .
A.
B.
II. Pollination
A.
B.
I found this information Model a seed. Draw a seed and label the stored food, embryo,
on page . and seed coat. Identify the role of each part of the seed.
Gymnosperm Sequence steps of gymnosperm seed formation in the flow

Reproduction chart.
on page . Male: Female: produced in
produced in in
carried by
fertilization

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Section 3 Seed Reproduction (continued)
Angiosperm Model a flower by drawing and labeling its parts. Then write a
Reproduction brief caption to identify the male and female reproductive organs
I found this information and to describe how each organ functions during fertilization.
on page .
Seed Dispersal Sequence the events of fertilization and germination in

I found this information angiosperms.
on page .
1. Flower is .

2. .
3. .
4. Seed is .
5. Conditions become right for .

6. .
7. .
8. Root grows from .
9. .
10. Photosynthesis begins.
CONNECT IT The seeds of horse chestnut trees are covered with a prickly outer
layer. Propose a way that you think these seeds might be dispersed.

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Describe a Plant
Suppose that you are an explorer who has discovered a new species of plant.
• Draw and describe the plant below.
• Be sure to indicate whether your plant is vascular or nonvascular.
• If it does reproduce with seeds, identify it as an angiosperm or a gymnosperm.
• Include a diagram that shows the plant’s life cycle.
• Draw a cross-section of the plant that identifies its reproductive structures.

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Plant Reproduction Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Plant Reproduction Read
• Both humans and plants need water,
oxygen, energy, and food to grow.
• Ferns and mosses reproduce by forming
spores.
• All seeds are produced by flowering plants.
• Some seeds are spread by gravity.
Review

learned about plant reproduction.

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Plant Processes
Before You Read
Before You
Read Plant Processes
• Plants make their own food.
• Plants break down food to release energy.
• Plant stems grow away from light.
• Plants have hormones that control

changes in their growth.

Science Journal
Describe what would happen to life on Earth if all the green plants disappeared.
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Plant Processes
Section 1 Photosynthesis and Respiration
Scan the illustrations in Section 1. Write three questions that you

have about plants. Try to answer your questions as you read.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define cellulose using your book. Then write a sentence to
illustrate its scientific meaning.
cellulose
New

stomata
chlorophyll
photosynthesis
respiration
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define release.
release
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Section 1 Photosynthesis and Respiration (continued)
Taking In Raw Organize what you know about the different layers of a plant’s
Materials leaves by completing the table below.
on page . Structure Function
Epidermis
Palisade
layer
Spongy
layer
I found this information Summarize why stomata are important structures in a plant leaf.
on page .
The Food-Making Complete the equation for photosynthesis. Identify:

Process • the product that is stored as • the product made during
I found this information a food source light-dependent reactions
on page . • the product that is released • the product made during
mostly as waste light-independent reactions
6CO2 6H2O light energy
carbon water Food source: Waste product:

dioxide
made during made during
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Section 1 Photosynthesis and Respiration (continued)
The Breakdown Define aerobic respiration.

of Food
on page . Complete the equation for aerobic respiration.
C6H12O6 6O2
carbon dioxide water
Comparison of Compare the processes of photosynthesis and aerobic respiration

Photosynthesis by completing the table.
and Respiration
I found this information Photosynthesis Aerobic Respiration
on page . Energy
Raw
materials

End
products
Cell structure
in which
process occurs
S UMMARIZE I T Create a concept map or other diagram to summarize what

you learned in this section about plant structure and function.
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Plant Processes
Section 2 Plant Responses
Scan Section 2. Predict three things that you will learn.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define behavior using your book.
behavior
New
Use your book to help you.
response of a plant to external stimuli, movement caused by

change in growth
type of plant hormone that causes plant stems and leaves to

exhibit positive responses to light

plant’s response to the number of hours of daylight and darkness
it receives
plant that generally requires short nights—less than 12 hours

of darkness—to begin the flowering process
plant that generally requires long nights—12 or more hours of

darkness—to begin the flowering process
plant that does not require a specific photoperiod and can begin
the flowering process over a range of night lengths
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define involve.
involve
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Section 2 Plant Responses (continued)
What are plant Distinguish the types of stimuli as internal or external.

responses?
1. a stimulus that comes from outside the body
on page .
2. a stimulus that comes from inside the body
Tropisms Complete the table below. Identify the stimulus for each described
I found this information response.
on page .
Stimulus Response
Plant stem grows faster on one side.
Stem bends and twists around object.
Plant bends toward light.
Leaves turn and absorb more light.
Roots grow downward.
Stems grow upward.
Plant Hormones Compare the effects of different hormones that affect plants.

on page . Plant hormones
Ethylene Gibberellins Cytokinins
helps causes stimulate stimulate prevents
stems to seeds
grow sprouting
toward and buds
light from
developing
in winter,
and
tomatoes
opening on
hot days
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Section 2 Plant Responses (continued)
Plant Hormones Create a diagram to illustrate how auxin causes a stem to grow in
I found this information response to sunlight. Write a short caption to describe where auxin
on page . is concentrated in the stem.
Photoperiods Complete the table below to show your understanding of the

I found this information effects of photoperiodism on different types of plants.
on page .
Type of Hours of Darkness Examples

Plant Needed to Flower
need less than spinach, lettuce, and
12 hours beets
need 12 or more hours poinsettias, strawberries,

and ragweed
do not need a specific dandelions and roses

amount of light
CONNECT IT Explain plant responses you might see in plants that are growing
indoors on a windowsill.
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Plant Processes Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Plant Processes Read
• Plants make their own food.
• Plants break down food to release energy.
• Plant stems grow away from light.
• Plants have hormones that control

changes in their growth.
Review

learned about plant processes.
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Introduction to Animals
Before You Read
Before you read the chapter, think about what you know about the topic. List three
things that you already know about animals in the first column. Then list three things
that you would like to learn about animals in the second column.
K W

Science Journal
List the animals you may find living around a coral reef.
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Section 1 Is it an animal?
Scan the headings in Section 1 of the chapter. Identify three topics

that are discussed.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define adaptation using your book or a dictionary.
adaptation
New
the blank to the left of each definition.
animal that eats both plants and animals; mammals with specialized
teeth for eating plants and animals

arrangement of body parts in a circle around a center point
an animal without a backbone
animal that eats only other animals or the remains of other animals
arrangement of body parts into halves that are nearly mirror

images of each other
animal that eats only plants or parts of plants
an animal that has a backbone
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define definite to show its scientific meaning.
definite
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Section 1 Is it an animal? (continued)
Animal Summarize the characteristics of animals by completing the

Characteristics following main points.
Animals get their food from .
on page .
Many animals move from place to place to find ,
, and/or .
All animals can reproduce . Some also can

reproduce .
Animal cells have a and other parts inside called

.
How Animals Compare animal adaptations by completing the chart.

Meet Their
Needs How Animals Meet Their Needs
I found this information Adaptations Animal Examples

on page . Ways to eat plants deer, some fishes

get energy
Physical large size moose, bison

features
Behaviors

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Section 1 Is it an animal? (continued)
Animal Complete and label the circle graph to compare the percent of
Classification known animals that are vertebrates with the percent of known
I found this information animals that are invertebrates.
on page . Animals
I found this information Compare forms of animal symmetry by identifying and drawing
on page . an example of each below.

Radial Bilateral
Asymmetrical Symmetry Symmetry
S UMMARIZE I T Analyze the physical or behavioral adaptations of an animal

that protect it from predators.

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Section 2 Sponges and Cnidarians
Skim Section 2 of the chapter. Read the headings and look at the
illustrations. Predict three things that you will learn.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define flagella using your book or a dictionary.
flagella
New
the blank to the left of each definition.
form of a cnidarian that is bell-shaped and free-swimming
capsule with a threadlike structure containing toxins that help

a cnidarian capture food
organisms that remain attached to one place during most of

their life
armlike structures that have stinging cells used for getting food
animal that produces both sperm and eggs in the same body
cnidarian body type that is vase-shaped and is usually sessile
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define source to show its scientific meaning.
source

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Section 2 Sponges and Cnidarians (continued)
Sponges and Summarize information about sponges.

Characteristics
of Sponges Sponges appeared on Earth about .
I found this information Most live in . Some have symmetry,
on page .
but most are . Adult sponges are ,
which means they do not move. Sponges pull into
their bodies, where cells filter out and .
I found this information Model a sponge’s body. Label the sponge’s central cavity and
on page . pores. Show the path followed by water into and out of the sponge.

Cnidarians Organize information about the two forms of cnidarians by
I found this information completing the chart.
on page .
Medusa Polyp
Body Form
(shape)
Mobility usually sessile
Examples jellyfishes for most of

their lives

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Section 2 Sponges and Cnidarians (continued)
Cnidarians Sequence the steps in reproduction of medusa forms of

I found this information cnidarians by completing the cycle chart.
on page .
Medusae bud off polyp. Free-swimming medusae
release .
Polyp forms
that become . Fertilized egg

develops into
.
Larva develops into .
Corals Summarize key information about coral reefs in the outline.

I found this information I. Coral reefs
on page . A. Formation of coral reefs
1. Made of
2. Grow as
3. Can take of years to form

B. Importance of coral reefs
1. Provide habitat for
2. Protect
3. Provide
S YNTHESIZE I T Explain how sponges and cnidarians could be mistaken for

plants rather than animals.

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Section 3 Flatworms and Roundworms
Scan Section 3 of the chapter. Write four questions that come to

mind. Look for answers to your questions as you read the section.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Review
Vocabulary Define cilia using your book or a dictionary.
cilia
New
Vocabulary Use your book or a dictionary to define each vocabulary term.
Then use each term in a sentence that shows its scientific meaning.
free-living organisms

anus
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define require to show its scientific meaning.
require

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Section 3 Flatworms and Roundworms (continued)
What is a worm? Analyze worms by identifying four characteristics below.

on page .
Worms
Flatworms Compare characteristics of planarians and flukes by completing

I found this information the chart below.
on page .
Flatworms
Planarians Flukes
How they as parasites

live
What they
eat
How they
move
How they usually sexually
reproduce
I found this information Model a tapeworm by sketching it. Label its hooks, its suckers,
on page . and a mature segment with eggs.

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Section 3 Flatworms and Roundworms (continued)
Origin of Summarize what some scientists believe about the origin of

Flatworms flatworms by completing the diagram.
on page .
probably the
first group of
animals to have
Roundworms Compare and contrast roundworms with flatworms by

I found this information completing the Venn diagram with at least seven facts.
on page . Flatworms Roundworms
Both
CONNECT IT Summarize ways that roundworms are both helpful and harmful.

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Tie It Together
Preventing Disease
You are working on a public health campaign to inform people of the dangers of
parasitic flatworms and roundworms. Create a poster with key information about
diseases these organisms can cause and how to avoid them. Use words, pictures,
and diagrams to get your message across.

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Introduction to Animals Chapter Wrap-Up

Review the ideas you listed in the chart at the beginning of the chapter. Cross out
any incorrect information in the first column. Then complete the chart by filling in
the third column.
K W L
Review

S UMMARIZE I T After reading this chapter, identify three main ideas that you
have learned about animals.

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Mollusks, Worms, Arthropods,

Echinoderms
Before You Read
Before you read the chapter, think about what you know about the topic. List three things
you already know about mollusks, worms, arthropods, and echinoderms in the first
column. Then list three things you would like to learn about them in the second column.
K W
Science Journal
List three animals from each animal group you will be studying: mollusks, worms,
arthropods, and echinoderms.
Mollusks, Worms, Arthropods, Echinoderms 135

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Echinoderms
Section 1 Mollusks
Scan the headings in Section 1 of your book. Identify three topics

that will be discussed.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define visceral mass using your book or a dictionary.
visceral mass
New
Vocabulary Use your book or a dictionary to define the following terms.
mantle

gill
open circulatory
system
radula
closed circulatory
system
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define relax as it might be used in science.
relax
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Section 1 Mollusks (continued)
Characteristics Identify characteristics of mollusks in the chart below.

of Mollusks
Characteristics of Mollusks
on page . Type of bilateral
symmetry
Body
description
Where
they live
I found this information Model the body of a mollusk by sketching a snail and labeling
on page . its shell, mantle, gill, mantle cavity, foot, radula, and other
body parts.

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Section 1 Mollusks (continued)
Classification of Compare and contrast types of mollusks by completing the chart.

Mollusks
Types of Mollusks
on page . Types Gastropods Bivalves Cephalopods
Where do
they live?
How many
shells?
Examples
Value of Organize the uses of mollusks and the problems they cause by
Mollusks completing the chart below.
on page .

Uses of
Mollusks
Problems
Mollusks
Cause
CONNECT IT Discuss several ways you could protect a boat from being damaged
by shipworms.

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Echinoderms
Section 2 Segmented Worms
Skim Section 2 of your book. Write three questions that come to

1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define aerate using your book or a dictionary.
aerate
New
Then use each term in a sentence to show its scientific meaning.
setae
crop
gizzard
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define survive as it might be used in science.
survive

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Section 2 Segmented Worms (continued)
Segmented Worm Identify characteristics of segmented worms in the chart below.

Characteristics
Characteristics of Segmented Worms
on page . Type of
symmetry
Body
description
Where
they live
Earthworm Body Sequence and define the functions of an earthworm’s digestive

Systems system by completing the flow chart.
on page . Mouth: opening Crop: Gizzard:
through which
worm takes in soil

Intestine: Anus:
Marine Worms Identify three ways that marine worms move.

on page .
Marine worm
movement

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Section 2 Segmented Worms (continued)
Leeches and Summarize the process by which leeches feed on the blood of
Leeches and other animals. Then explain how the process is useful in medicine.
Medicine
on page .
Value of Identify ways segmented worms are helpful in the organizer below.
Segmented
Worms
on page .
Ways
Segmented Worms
are Helpful
Origin of Compare three similarities of mollusks and worms which

Segmented suggest that they share a common ancestor.
Worms •
on page . •
CONNECT IT Explain why there are not many fossils of ancient worms.

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Echinoderms
Section 3 Arthropods
Scan the What You’ll Learn statements for Section 3 of your book.
Identify three topics that will be discussed.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define venom using your book or a dictionary.
venom
New
appendage

molting
spiracle
metamorphosis
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define individual as it might be used in
science.
individual

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Section 3 Arthropods (continued)
Characteristics Complete the chart below to identify characteristics of arthropods.

of Arthropods
Characteristics of Arthropods
on page . Type of
symmetry
Body
description
Where
they live
Insects Organize information about body regions of insects in the outline.

I found this information I. Insect body regions
on page . A. Parts of the head
1.
2.
3.
B. Parts of the
1.
2.
3. spiracles
C. Parts of the
1.
2.
Arachnids Identify three arachnids and one unique characteristic of each.

Types of Arachnids
on page .

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Section 3 Arthropods (continued)
Centipedes and Compare and contrast centipedes and millipedes by completing

Millipedes the Venn diagram below with at least six facts.
I found this information Centipedes Millipedes
Both
on page .
Crustaceans Identify two functions of crustaceans’ swimmerets.

on page .
2.
Value of Summarize helpful functions and problems caused by

Arthropods arthropods.
on page . Helpful
Arthropod Functions
Problems
Arthropods Cause
S YNTHESIZE I T Analyze one method of controlling insect pests. Support your

reasoning.

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Echinoderms
Section 4 Echinoderms
Scan Section 4 of your book. Use the checklist below.

Read all the headings.
Read all the bold words.
Look at the charts, graphs, and pictures.
Think about what you already know about echinoderms.
Now, write three things that you want to learn about echinoderms.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define epidermis using your book or a dictionary.
epidermis
New
Vocabulary Write a paragraph that explains the meaning and functions of
both of the vocabulary terms.
water-vascular system
tube feet
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define network in a way that it might be used
in science.
network

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Section 4 Echinoderms (continued)
Echinoderm Identify characteristics of echinoderms in the chart below.

Characteristics
Characteristics of Echinoderms
on page . Type of
symmetry
Body
description
Where
they live
I found this information Create a graphic organizer to identify the functions of a water-
on page . vascular system.

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Section 4 Echinoderms (continued)
Types of Classify the types of echinoderms, and identify one characteristic

Echinoderms of each in the chart below.
on page . Echinoderms
Type Characteristics
Sea stars have at least five arms that can regenerate if
broken off
Value of Summarize four reasons that echinoderms are important to ocean

Echinoderms environments.

on page .
2.
3.
4.
CONNECT IT Predict in what part of the ocean echinoderms probably live.

Support your reasoning.

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Echinoderms Chapter Wrap-Up
Review the ideas you listed in the table at the beginning of the chapter. Cross out
any incorrect information in the first column. Then complete the table by filling in
the third column.
K W L
Review

have learned that you did not know before.

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Fish, Amphibians, and Reptiles

Before You Read
Before You
Read Fish, Amphibians, and Reptiles
• All vertebrates are chordates.
• Scales can be used to classify fish.
• The health of amphibians can indicate the health

of the environment.
• Reptiles must lay their eggs in water.

Science Journal
List two unique characteristics for each animal group you will be studying.
Fish, Amphibians, and Reptiles 149

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Section 1 Chordates and Vertebrates
Scan the headings in Section 1 of your book. Predict three topics

that will be discussed.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define motor responses using your book or a dictionary.
motor responses
New
Vocabulary Read the definitions below. Write the correct vocabulary term
on the blank to the left of each definition.
animal that at some point in its development has a notochord,

postanal tail, nerve cord, and pharyngeal pouches
pairs of openings between the mouth and the digestive tube found

in developing chordates
bones that surround and protect the spinal nerve cord
internal supportive and protective framework found in all

vertebrates
tubelike structure that develops into the brain and spinal cord
muscular structure at the end of a developing chordate
flexible, firm structure that extends along the upper part of

chordate’s body
tough, flexible tissue that joins vertebrae and makes up all or part
of the vertebrate endoskeleton
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define external as it might be used in science.
external
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Section 1 Chordates and Vertebrates (continued)
Chordate Model a developing chordate. Label its pharyngeal pouches,

Characteristics postanal tail, notochord, and nerve cord.
on page .
I found this information Summarize how the nerve cord develops in most chordates.
on page .
Vertebrate Distinguish vertebrate chordates from nonvertebrate chordates.

Characteristics List characteristics of vertebrates that nonvertebrates do not have.
I found this information 1. internal framework or endoskeleton
on page .
2.
3.
4.
5.
6. sometimes have

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Section 1 Chordates and Vertebrates (continued)
Vertebrate Identify the 7 main groups of vertebrates.

Characteristics
on page .
Vertebrates
I found this information Define ectotherm and endotherm. Provide a synonym (or word
on page . that means the same) and examples for each.
Ectotherm Endotherm
Definition: Definition:

Synonym: Synonym:
Examples: Examples:
I found this information Create a timeline to show when vertebrates, amphibians, reptiles,
on page . and mammals first appeared. Use a scale of 500 million years ago
to the present time.

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Section 2 Fish

1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define streamline using your book or a dictionary.
streamline
New
lateral line
fin
spawning
scales
swim bladder
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define detect as it would be used in science.
detect

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Section 2 Fish (continued)
Fish Summarize information about structures and functions of fish fins

Characteristics and scales.
I found this information Fins are
on page .
Scales are
I found this information Sequence the steps of fish respiration that take place when a fish
on page . obtains oxygen and gets rid of carbon dioxide.
1. A fish takes water into its .
2. Water passes over the , which contain many
tiny .

3. from the water is exchanged with
from the blood.
4. Water containing passes out through

openings on the sides of the fish.
I found this information Compare internal and external fertilization in fish by completing
on page . the Venn diagram with at least three facts.
Internal External
Both

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Section 2 Fish (continued)
Types of Fish Organize information about the 3 groups of fish by completing

I found this information the chart.
on page .
The Three Groups of Fish
Group Description Examples
Jawless
fish
Jawed
cartilaginous
fish
Bony fish
I found this information Model the body of a typical bony fish by sketching a cutaway
on page . view of one. Label its nostrils, mouth, gills, brain, heart, liver,
stomach, intestine, scales, bony vertebrae, and swim bladder.
CONNECT IT Analyze how other organisms in a lake might be affected if all the
fish living in it disappeared.

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Section 3 Amphibians
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define habitat using your book or a dictionary.
habitat
New
Vocabulary Read the definitions below. Write the correct vocabulary term
on the blank to the left of each definition.

inactivity in hot, dry months
developmental process in which most amphibians change their

body form to become adults
time of inactivity and slowed metabolism during cold weather
species whose overall health reflects the health of the ecosystem

in which it lives
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define contact as it might be used in science.
Then write a sentence that includes the term.
contact

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Section 3 Amphibians (continued)
Amphibian Complete the chart about amphibians.

Characteristics
Amphibians
on page . Definition
Origin of
name
Examples
I found this information Compare and contrast amphibian hibernation with estivation
on page . by completing the Venn diagram with at least four facts.
Hibernation Estivation
Both
I found this information Summarize amphibian respiration and circulation in the outline.
on page . I. Gas exchange
A. Skin is thin, , and lined with .
B. Lungs are small and .

II. Three-chambered heart
A. First chamber
B. Second chamber
C. Third chamber

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Section 3 Amphibians (continued)
Amphibian Sequence reproduction and development in amphibians.

Characteristics
I found this information Eggs are laid in Eggs hatch into with fins,
on page .
and fertilized . .
Tadpoles develop legs, Adults can live on
. .
Frogs and Toads Classify amphibians by completing the chart.

and Salamanders
Amphibian Groups
on page . Frogs and Salamanders
Toads and Newts
Body structure

Feeding
habits
Reproduction
Importance of Identify four ways that amphibians are important to humans.

Amphibians
Why Amphibians are Important
on page .
CONNECT IT Think about where amphibians spend their lives. Analyze how this
might make them important biological indicators.

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Section 4 Reptiles

1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define bask using your book or a dictionary.
bask
New
Vocabulary Use your book or a dictionary to define the vocabulary term.
Then use the term in a sentence that shows its scientific meaning.
amniotic egg
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define interpret as it might be used in
science.
interpret

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Section 4 Reptiles (continued)
Reptile Summarize reptiles by completing the chart.

Characteristics
Characteristics of Reptiles
on page . Characteristic Description or Function
Skin
Scales
Movement
Body
Temperature
Circulation

Respiration
I found this information Model the structure of the amniotic egg. Label the embryo, shell,
on page . yolk sac, egg membrane, and air space.

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Section 4 Reptiles (continued)
Types of Modern Complete the outline about the major groups of modern reptiles.
Reptiles I. Lizards
I found this information A. Body:
on page . 1. Jaw has
2. Toes have
B. Feeding: eat
II. Snakes
A. Jaw:
1. Has joint that
2. Lower jaw bone used to
B. Have no legs
III. Turtles
A. Body:
1. Jaw is
2. Shell consists of
B. Feeding: eat
IV. Crocodilians
A. Body:
1. Shape is .
2. Head
a. Crocodile:
b. Alligator:
c. Gavial:
The Importance B. Feeding: eat

of Reptiles V. The Importance of Reptiles
I found this information A.
on page .
B.
S UMMARIZE I T Identify three reptile adaptations that help them survive on land.

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Chapter Wrap-Up
After You
Fish, Amphibians, and Reptiles Read
• All vertebrates are chordates.
• Scales can be used to classify fish.
• The health of amphibians can indicate the health

of the environment.
• Reptiles must lay their eggs in water.
Review


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Birds and Mammals

Before You Read
Before You
Read Birds and Mammals
• A bird has a crop instead of a stomach.
• Wings are important for nonflying birds.
• Marsupials are mammals that lay eggs.
• Bats help pollinate flowers.

Science Journal
List similar characteristics of a mammal and a bird. What characteristics are different?
Birds and Mammals 163

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Birds and Mammals

Section 1 Birds
Scan the headings in Section 1. Identify three topics that will be

discussed.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define thrust using your book or a dictionary.
thrust
New
Vocabulary Use your book or a dictionary to define the following terms. Then
use each term in a sentence to show its scientific meaning.
contour feather

endotherm
preening
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define migrate to reflect its scientific meaning.
migrate
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Section 1 Birds (continued)
Bird Complete the graphic organizer below with three common bird
Characteristics characteristics.
on page . 1.
Birds 2.
3.
I found this information Summarize how each structure of a bird’s body is adapted for
on page . flight. Complete the chart.
Adaptations for Flight

Adaptation Description
Skeleton
Contour
feathers
Wings

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Section 1 Birds (continued)
Body Systems Sequence the steps in a bird’s digestive process in the flow chart.
on page . Food is taken into Enters unchewed;
there it
Moves to , where it Moves to , where it
is is
Travels through , where nutrients
I found this information Summarize how birds’ respiratory and circulatory systems
on page . provide muscles with sufficient oxygen.

Respiratory System Circulatory System
The Importance Summarize three ways birds positively affect human life.
of Birds
1.
on page . 2.
3.
S YNTHESIZE I T List at least three products used in homes that come from birds.

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Birds and Mammals

Section 2 Mammals

1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define gland using your book or a dictionary.
gland
New
mammary gland
gestation period
umbilical cord
carnivore
herbivore
omnivore
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define attach to reflect its scientific meaning.
attach

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Section 2 Mammals (continued)
Characteristics Create a graphic organizer to identify at least four characteristics

of Mammals of mammals.
on page .

Body Systems Summarize mammal body systems. Write two facts for each.
on page . Mammal Body Systems
System Description
Circulatory
Respiratory
Nervous
Digestive

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Section 2 Mammals (continued)
Types of Compare the 3 types of mammals by completing the chart below.

Mammals
on page . Types of Mammals
Type How Bear Young Example
Monotremes
give birth to immature young

that usually crawl into pouch on
female’s abdomen
human
Importance of Complete the outline below.

Mammals A. Mammals help keep balance in the ecosystem
1.
on page .
2.
B. Some mammals are in danger
1.
2.
CONNECT IT A drought kills many of the plants upon which the local herbivores
rely upon. Might this affect the local carnivores as well? Explain.

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Birds and Mammals Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Birds and Mammals Read
• A bird has a crop instead of a stomach.
• Wings are important for nonflying birds.
• Marsupials are mammals that lay eggs.
• Bats help pollinate flowers.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T After reading this chapter, identify three key facts that you

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Animal Behavior
Before You Read
Before You
Read Animal Behavior
• A bird must learn how to build a nest.
• A gosling follows the first moving object it

sees after hatching.
• Some animals may show submissive behavior
to prevent another animal from attacking.
• Many animals move to new locations when
the seasons change.

Science Journal
What behaviors might an animal use to signal that a territory is occupied?
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Animal Behavior
Section 1 Types of Behavior
Skim the What You’ll Learn statements in Section 1. Predict three

topics that you expect will be discussed in this section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define salivate to show its scientific meaning.
salivate
New
Vocabulary Read the definitions below. Write the correct vocabulary terms on
the blanks in the left column.
way an organism interacts with other organisms and its

environment

behavior that an organism is born with and that does not need
to be learned
animal’s formation of a social attachment to another organism
during a specific period following birth or hatching
modifying behavior so that a response to one stimulus becomes

associated with a different stimulus
form of reasoning that allows animals to use past experiences

to solve new problems
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define internal to show its scientific meaning.
internal
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Section 1 Types of Behavior (continued)
Behavior Complete the flow charts with examples of internal and external
I found this information stimuli and responses.
on page . Stimulus Response
External
Internal
Innate Behavior Identify two types of innate behavior. Define them and provide
I found this information at least two examples of each.
on page .
Innate Behaviors
Type of What It Is Examples

Behavior
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Section 1 Types of Behavior (continued)
Learned Behavior Analyze the importance of learned behavior for animals.

on page . Learned behaviors help animals
. Animals that can learn are
than those that cannot. Learned behavior is most
commonly found in animals with life spans.
I found this information Summarize four ways behaviors are learned.

on page .
Behavior Name: Behavior Description:
Example: An animal forms a social
attachment within a short
time after birth or hatching.

Example:

Example:

Example:
CONNECT IT Moths move toward light. Cockroaches move away from it.
What type of behavior is this? Would these animals be able to change this behavior?
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Animal Behavior
Section 2 Behavioral Interactions
Scan Section 2 by reading the headings and examining the

illustrations. Then write three questions that you hope to answer
as you read the section. Look for the answers as you read.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define nectar to show its scientific meaning.
nectar
New
Vocabulary Use your book to define the following terms. Then use each term
in a sentence.
pheromone
cyclic behavior
migration
Academic
Vocabulary Define dominate to show its scientific meaning.
dominate
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Section 2 Behavioral Interactions (continued)
Instinctive Identify two instinctive ritual animal behaviors.

Behavior Patterns
1.
on page . 2.
Social Behavior Identify three advantages for animals living in groups.

on page . Group living
provides
I found this information Summarize the key features of a society in the paragraph below.
on page .
A society is

. Members of
societies have specific roles. In societies that are organized by
dominance,
.
Territorial Organize information about territorial behavior. Identify how

Behavior animals mark their territories and why and how they defend them.
I found this information Animal Territories
on page .
Identified by: Why defended: How defended:
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Section 2 Behavioral Interactions (continued)
Communication Classify types of animal communication. Complete the table below.

on page . Type of What It Is Example
Communication
behaviors that allow
males and females of
a species to recognize
and mate with each
other
Chemical
communication
Animals make sounds

to communicate with
other animals of the
same species.
firefly giving off a

flash of light to
attract a mate
Cyclic Behavior Define each of the following cyclic behaviors.

I found this information circadian rhythm:
on page .
hibernation:
estivation:
Animal Behavior 177

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Animal Behavior Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Animal Behavior Read
• A bird must learn how to build a nest.
• A gosling follows the first moving object it

sees after hatching.
• Some animals may show submissive behavior
to prevent another animal from attacking.
• Many animals move to new locations when
the seasons change.
Review

learned about animal behavior.
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Structure and Movement

Before You Read
Preview the chapter title, section titles, and section headings. Complete the first two
columns of the chart by listing at least two ideas for each section in each column.
K W

Science Journal
Imagine that your body did not have a support system. Describe how you might
perform your daily activities.
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Section 1 The Skeletal System
Skim the headings in Section 1. Write three questions that come to

mind about bones and joints.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define skeleton to show its scientific meaning.
skeleton
New
Vocabulary Write the correct vocabulary word next to each definition.
smooth, slippery, thick layer of tissue that covers the ends of bones
tough band of tissue that holds bones together at joints

tough, tight-fitting membrane that covers a living bone’s surface
all of the bones in the body
place where two or more bones come together
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define transfer as a verb.
transfer
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Section 1 The Skeletal System (continued)
Living Bones Organize information about the functions of the skeletal system.
I found this information Complete the concept web.
on page .
Functions of the
Skeletal System
Bone Structure Summarize the functions of the following five parts of a bone.
I found this information Periosteum:
on page .
Compact bone:
Spongy bone:
Marrow cavity:
Cartilage:

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Section 1 The Skeletal System (continued)
Bone Formation Sequence the steps of bone formation.

on page .
2.
3.
Joints Classify the five types of joints. Describe and give an example
I found this information of each.
on page .
Type Description Example
Immovable
Pivot
Ball-and-
socket
Hinge

Gliding
I found this information Analyze the role of cartilage in bone movement and what happens
on page . if bones cannot move smoothly.
S YNTHESIZE I T Suppose that the joints in your shoulders were hinge joints.
Evaluate how this would change your daily life.

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Section 2 The Muscular System
Predict three topics that will be covered in Section 2. Read the

section headings, and look at the illustrations to help you make
your predictions.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define bone to show its scientific meaning.
bone
New
involuntary striated muscle found only in the heart

muscle that can be consciously controlled
muscle that moves bones
muscle that cannot be consciously controlled
thick band of tissue that attaches muscles to bones
organ that can relax, contract, and provide the force to move
bones and body parts
involuntary, nonstriated muscle found in intestines, bladder, blood

vessels, and other organs
Academic
Vocabulary Define flexible as an adjective.
flexible

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Section 2 The Muscular System (continued)
Movement of the Summarize the role of muscles in the body.

Human Body
on page .
Contrast voluntary and involuntary muscles. Complete the chart.
Muscle Consciously Examples

Type controlled
Voluntary
Involuntary
Your Body’s Model the types of levers found in the human body.
Simple • Draw each type of lever, and label the fulcrum, load, and
Machines— direction of force.

Levers • Give an example of where the lever is located in the body.
on page . First-class lever
Example:
Second-class lever
Example:
Third-class lever
Example:

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Section 2 The Muscular System (continued)
Classification of Compare and contrast the three types of muscle tissue.

Muscle Tissue
I found this information Type of Voluntary or Where Found in the Body
on page . Muscle Involuntary
Skeletal
muscle
Cardiac
muscle
Smooth
muscle
Working Muscles Summarize how muscles work in pairs.

on page .
I found this information Sequence how muscles are fueled by filling in the missing words.
on page .
Blood carries to your muscle cells.
When your muscles contract, from
these molecules is converted to and

. When the supply of
in the muscle is , the muscle becomes
. As the muscle ,
blood brings more to your muscle cells.
CONNECT IT Suppose a woman began riding her bike more regularly instead
of watching TV. Evaluate what kinds of changes in her leg muscles she might start
seeing. Explain why this occurs.

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Section 3 The Skin
Preview the What You’ll Learn statements for Section 3. Predict

three topics that you will study in this section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define vitamin to show its scientific meaning.
vitamin
New
Vocabulary Define each vocabulary term.
epidermis

melanin
dermis
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define layer as a noun. Then find a sentence
in Section 3 that uses the term.
layer

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Section 3 The Skin (continued)
Your Largest Create a cross-section drawing of the skin. Label the following
Organ and Skin structures.
Structures
I found this information • blood vessels • hairs • oil glands
on page . • dermis • hair follicles • sweat gland
• epidermis • nerve endings • sweat pore
• fatty layer
Write captions summarizing key facts about the dermis and

epidermis.
Dermis:
Epidermis:
I found this information Analyze the role of melanin in the body.

on page .

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Section 3 The Skin (continued)
Skin Functions Distinguish the five primary functions of the skin.

on page . 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Skin Injuries Summarize how bruises form.

and Repair
on page .
I found this information Sequence the steps as a cut heals.

on page .

A cut occurs
in the skin.
CONNECT IT Analyze why people with severe burns or other damage to large
areas of their skin are especially vulnerable to infections. Explain how skin grafts
help prevent infections.

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Tie It Together
Design a model that shows how the skeletal and muscular systems work together to allow
you to bend your elbow. Present your model to the class and explain how it works.

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Chapter Wrap-Up
Review the ideas you listed in the chart at the beginning of the chapter. Cross out
any incorrect information in the first column. Then complete the chart by filling in
the third column. How do your ideas now compare with those you provided at the
beginning of the chapter?
K W L
Review

S UMMARIZE I T What are the three most important ideas in this chapter?

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Nutrients and Digestion

Before You Read
Before You
Read Nutrients and Digestion
• All foods provide the body with the same
amount of energy.
• What you eat does not affect your health.
• Sixty percent of your body weight is made

up of water.
• There are bacteria in your digestive tract
that make vitamins needed for health.

Science Journal
Make a list of all the organs you think are part of your digestive system.
Nutrients and Digestion 191

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Section 1 Nutrition
Skim the headings in Section 1 of this chapter. Write three

questions that come to mind.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define molecule to show its scientific meaning.
molecule
New
Vocabulary Write a sentence that contains both words in each pair.
nutrient/food group

protein/amino acid
carbohydrate/fat
vitamin/mineral
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define energy to show its scientific meaning.
energy
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Section 1 Nutrition (continued)
Why do you eat? Define calorie by completing the statement below.

on page . Calorie: the amount of heat necessary to the
temperature of of water .
Classes of Complete the graphic organizer with key information about

Nutrients proteins.
on page . Made of Functions
Proteins
Complete Proteins Incomplete Proteins

I found this information Compare carbohydrates and fats by completing the chart.
on page .
Carbohydrates Fats
Main supply energy; help the
function(s) body absorb vitamins;
cushion internal organs
Groups simple
Examples vegetable oils, fats found

in meat and animal
products

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Section 1 Nutrition (continued)
I found this information Classify vitamins by completing the chart.

on page .
Vitamin Soluble in Most Beneficial to
A
B
C
D
E
K
I found this information Summarize why water is an important nutrient.

on page .
Food Groups Model serving size for different food categories.


on page . Group Servings per Day Serving Size
bread and
cereal
fruits
vegetables
milk
meat, poultry,
fish, beans, eggs
CONNECT IT What is the purpose of the food pyramid?

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Section 2 The Digestive System
Preview Section 2 by restating the What You’ll Learn statements

as questions. Answer each question as you study.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define bacteria to show its scientific meaning.
bacteria
New
the blank in the left column.
process that breaks down food into small molecules
breakdown of food through chewing, mixing, and churning
occurs when chemical reactions break down large molecules

of food into smaller ones
protein that speeds up chemical reactions in the body
muscular contractions that move food through the digestive tract
watery liquid released by the stomach to the small intestine
fingerlike projections covering the wall of the small intestine
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define area to show its scientific meaning.
area

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Section 2 The Digestive System (continued)
Functions of the Identify the four stages of processing food that occur in the
Digestive System human body.
I found this information 1. 3.
on page .
2. 4.
Enzymes Organize information about digestive enzymes.

on page . Enzyme Role in digestion
Amylase
helps break down proteins
Pancreatic
enzymes

Organs of the Draw and label the parts of the human digestive system.
Digestive System • Color the organs through which food passes one color.
• Color the accessory organs another color. Include the: tongue,
on page .
mouth, rectum, small intestine, pancreas, anus, stomach,
gallbladder, liver, large intestine, esophagus, and salivary glands.

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Section 2 The Digestive System (continued)
I found this information Organize information about what happens in the digestive tract.
on page .
• List the sections of the digestive tract in the first column.
• Place a checkmark in the appropriate columns showing what
occurs in each section.
Section of What Occurs

Digestive
Mechanical Chemical Absorption
Tract
Digestion Digestion
Bacteria Are Complete the table on two types of essential vitamins made by
Important bacteria in the digestive tract.

on page . Vitamin Function in Body
Vitamin K
B vitamins
A NALYZE IT Choose one organ of the digestive system and describe its role
in digestion.

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Nutrients and Digestion Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Nutrients and Digestion Read
• All foods provide the body with the same
amount of energy.
• What you eat does not affect your health.
• Sixty percent of your body weight is made

up of water.
• There are bacteria in your digestive tract
that make vitamins needed for health.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T List three important ideas in the chapter.

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Circulation
Before You Read
Before You
Read Circulation
• The human heart has four chambers.
• Arteries are blood vessels that carry blood

to the heart.
• Platelets are cell fragments that help fight
bacteria and viruses.
• Lymphatic vessels are like veins in that
they have valves.

Science Journal
Infer how the circulatory system provides your body with the nutrients it needs to
stay healthy.
Circulation 199
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Circulation
Section 1 The Circulatory System
Scan Section 1 of your book. Read the headings and look at the
illustrations. Predict three things that will be discussed.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define heart using your book or a dictionary.
heart
New
Vocabulary Read the definitions below. Write the correct vocabulary terms
on the blanks in the left column.
two upper chambers of the heart that contract at the same time
two lower chambers of the heart that contract at the same time

flow of blood to and from the tissues of the heart
flow of blood through the heart to the lungs and back to the heart
flow of blood from the heart to all of the organs and body tissues,
except the heart and lungs, with oxygen-poor blood returning to
the heart
blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart
blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart
microscopic blood vessel that connects arteries and veins
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define transport as it would be used
in science.
transport
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Section 1 The Circulatory System (continued)
How Materials Compare and contrast diffusion and active transport by

Move Through completing the Venn diagram with at least five facts.
the Body Diffusion Active Transport
I found this information Both
on page .
The Heart Sequence the stages in pulmonary circulation by completing

I found this information the flow diagram. Include aorta, pulmonary veins, pulmonary
on page . arteries, right atrium, left atrium, and right ventricle.
All parts of body

vena cava
left atrium
lungs
I found this information Summarize the exchange that occurs between a systemic capillary
on page . and the tissue cells it serves.
Circulation 201
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Section 1 The Circulatory System (continued)
Blood Vessels Classify blood vessels by completing the chart.

on page . Blood Vessels
Type Function Description
Arteries
Capillaries
Veins
Blood Pressure Define blood pressure and the two numbers used to measure it.

on page . Blood pressure is .
First number measures Second number measures
CONNECT IT A doctor may advise a patient to make lifestyle changes to

help prevent cardiovascular disease. Identify several healthful habits the doctor
might suggest.
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Circulation
Section 2 Blood

1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define blood vessels using your book or a dictionary.
blood vessels
New
platelet
plasma
hemoglobin
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define series as it would be used in science.
series
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Section 2 Blood (continued)
Functions of Create a graphic organizer with facts about the functions of

Blood blood.
on page .
Parts of Blood Summarize information about the parts of blood in the chart
I found this information below.
on page .
Parts of Blood
Part Function

Plasma
Red blood
cells
White blood
cells
Platelets
Blood Clotting Sequence the steps in wound healing by completing the blanks.
stick to the wound and release
on page .
. Next, forms a sticky net. The net
traps and to form a clot. The
forms a . Then,
form under the . Finally, the falls off.
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Section 2 Blood (continued)
Blood Types Compare and contrast the 2 sets of chemical identification tags
I found this information in blood by completing the Venn diagram with at least five facts.
on page . ABO Identification System Rh Factor
Both
Diseases of Identify causes and effects of two diseases of the blood.

Blood Causes Effects
on page .
lack of certain vitamins

Anemia
or iron in diet
Leukemia
CONNECT IT Almost immediately after being born, a baby received a blood

transfusion of Rh+ blood. Predict the mother’s Rh factor. Why did the baby need a
blood transfusion?
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Circulation
Section 3 The Lymphatic System
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define smooth muscles using your book or a dictionary.
smooth muscles
New
Vocabulary Use your book or a dictionary to define each vocabulary term.
Then use the term in a sentence that shows its scientific meaning.
lymph

lymphatic system
lymphocyte
lymph node
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define occur as it would be used in science.
occur
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Section 3 The Lymphatic System (continued)
Functions of Define tissue fluid and describe its relationship to the lymphatic
the Lymphatic system.
System
I found this information Tissue fluid is The lymphatic system collects
on page .
. While in
the lymphatic system, the fluid
. is called .
I found this information Sequence the stages by which lymph travels through the lymphatic
on page . system.
Tissue fluid enters a network of
.
The carry lymph
to larger .
The drain into
near the heart.
I found this information Summarize how the lymphatic system transports lymph.
on page . Discuss the role of smooth muscles and valves.
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Section 3 The Lymphatic System (continued)
Lymphatic Model the lymphatic system by drawing it within an outline of

Organs the human body. Indicate and label lymph nodes, lymph vessels,
I found this information lymphatic duct, thoracic duct, tonsils, thymus, and spleen.
on page .

A Disease of Summarize how HIV affects the lymphatic system.
the Lymphatic
System
on page .
CONNECT IT Analyze why people who have HIV are at higher risk from the flu
or pneumonia than people who are HIV-negative?
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Tie It Together
A Checklist for Health
You know that a healthy lifestyle is important for the health of your cardiovascular system.
• Work with a partner to develop a checklist of daily actions to protect
your cardiovascular health.
• List actions that are beneficial and actions that should be avoided.
• Provide concrete examples.
• Then make a poster using your checklist.
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Circulation Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Circulation Read
• The human heart has four chambers.
• Arteries are blood vessels that carry

blood to the heart.
• Platelets are cell fragments that help fight
bacteria and viruses.
• Lymphatic vessels are like veins in that
they have valves.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T After reading this chapter, identify three main concepts that
you have learned about circulation.
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Respiration and Excretion

Before You Read
Before You
Read Respiration and Excretion
• Breathing is the process in which the body
obtains oxygen and releases energy from food.
• The respiratory system contains structures
that allow humans to speak.
• If wastes are not removed from the body, they
can build up and damage organs.
• The bladder filters wastes from blood.

Science Journal
How do you think your body adapts to meet your needs while you are playing sports?
Respiration and Excretion 211

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Section 1 The Respiratory System
Skim the headings of Section 1. Write questions about the

respiratory system that you think will be answered in the section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define lungs to show its scientific meaning.
lungs
New
Vocabulary Write four sentences, each containing two of the vocabulary
terms. Use each word at least once.
pharynx
larynx

trachea
bronchi
alveoli
diaphragm
emphysema
asthma
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define generate as a verb.
generate
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Section 1 The Respiratory System (continued)
Functions of the Classify each process involved in obtaining, transporting, and

Respiratory using oxygen as breathing, circulation, or respiration.
System
I found this information Oxygen is supplied to the body.
on page .
Oxygen is transported to body cells.
Body cells use oxygen and release

carbon dioxide.
Carbon dioxide is transported to lungs.
Carbon dioxide waste is expelled.

Organs of the Summarize respiratory system structures and functions by

Respiratory completing the chart.
System
I found this information Structure Function
on page . food, liquid, and air share this passage after the
nose and mouth
stops food from entering airway
directs air through vocal cords
Trachea
take air into and out of lungs
Alveoli

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Section 1 The Respiratory System (continued)
Why do you Model the processes of inhaling and exhaling in the boxes below.
breathe?
I found this information Inhaling Exhaling
on page .
Diseases and Summarize respiratory system diseases and disorders.

Disorders of the
Respiratory Disease/ Description
Disorder
System
Respiratory
infections
on page .
sometimes caused by bacteria; develops when

the bronchial tubes are irritated and swell

and too much mucus is produced; lasts for a
long time
disease in which the alveoli enlarge, causing an
enzyme that breaks down alveoli walls to be
produced; alveoli do not function well and blood
receives less oxygen; causes shortness of breath
Lung
cancer
Asthma
CONNECT IT Identify respiratory diseases and disorders described in this

chapter that are related to smoking. List symptoms of these diseases.

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Section 2 The Excretory System
Scan the headings and illustrations in Section 2 to determine three

processes that are involved in the urinary system’s function.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define blood to show its scientific meaning.
blood
New
Vocabulary Write a paragraph using all seven of the new vocabulary terms.
Try to use sentences that show the meaning of each term.
urinary system
urine
kidney
nephron
ureter
bladder
urethra
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define remove.
remove

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Section 2 The Excretory System (continued)
Functions of Complete the following statement with the words provided.

the Excretory damage illness wastes death toxic
System
I found this information If are not removed from the body,
on page .
substances build up and organs. Serious
or may occur.
The Urinary Model the urinary system. Draw and label the organs of the
System urinary system.
on page .

Summarize how blood is processed in the kidneys. Identify
substances that pass through the filter and substances that are left
behind. Identify the structures involved in each stage.
First stage:
Second stage:

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Section 2 The Excretory System (continued)
I found this information Sequence the structures of the urinary system.

on page . bladder kidney ureter urethra
1. 2. 3. 4.
Other Organs Summarize other processes of excretion.

of Excretion
on page .
Urinary Diseases Analyze the effects of each urinary system problem.

and Disorders
I found this information Salt imbalance
on page .
Blockage of
the ureters
and urethra
I found this information Identify information about the diagnoses of urinary diseases.
on page .
Disease Method of Diagnosis
Urinary tract
disease
change in the urine’s color
Diabetes
increased amounts of albumin
CONNECT IT Describe how blood helps rid the body of wastes.

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Chapter Wrap-Up
After You
Respiration and Excretion Read
• Breathing is the process in which the body
obtains oxygen and releases energy from food.
• The respiratory system contains structures
that allow humans to speak.
• If wastes are not removed from the body, they
can build up and damage organs.
• The bladder filters wastes from blood.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T List three processes of excretion described in this chapter.

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Control and Coordination

Before You Read
Before You
Read Control and Coordination
• You are subjected to thousands of stimuli
every day.
• The brain is made up of about 10,000 neurons.
• You can’t control reflexes because they occur

before you know what has happened.
• You can smell food because it gives off
molecules into the air.

Science Journal
Which senses do you think are involved when you respond to a glass crashing on
a tile floor?
Control and Coordination 219

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Section 1 The Nervous System
Scan the headings in Section 1 of your book. Write three questions

that come to mind.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define response using its scientific meaning.
response
New
Vocabulary Use your book to define the following vocabulary terms.
homeostasis
neuron

synapse
reflex
central nervous system
peripheral
nervous system
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define coordinate using its scientific meaning.
coordinate
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Section 1 The Nervous System (continued)
How the Nervous Define stimulus and describe the relationship between stimuli and
System Works the nervous system.
on page .
Nerve Cells Sequence the passage of an impulse through a nerve cell. Start
I found this information with receiving the impulse at a dendrite and end with the part
on page . of the nerve cell that carries the impulse to muscles, neurons,
and glands.
dendrite
The Central Organize information about the parts of the brain and their
Nervous System functions by completing the chart below.
on page . Part of Function
the brain
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brain stem
Describe the function of the spinal cord.

Spinal cord:

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Section 1 The Nervous System (continued)
The Peripheral Compare and contrast the two major parts of the peripheral
Nervous System nervous system by completing the graphic organizer below.
on page . Peripheral Nervous System
Parts
Functions
Safety and the Analyze the diagram of the reflex arc provided in your book. List
Nervous System in order the three neurons involved in the reflex pathway, or arc.
on page .
2.
3.
Drugs and the Distinguish between alcohol and caffeine by completing the

Nervous System Venn diagram with at least two facts for each drug.
I found this information Alcohol Caffeine
on page . Both
CONNECT IT Infer why alcohol is a controlled substance and caffeine is not.

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Section 2 The Senses
Skim the headings of Section 2 to determine the four senses that

will be discussed in detail.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Review
Vocabulary Define sense organ using a dictionary or your book.
sense organ
New
Vocabulary Write the correct vocabulary term beside the definition.
light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye; contains rods
and cones
fluid-filled structure in the inner ear in which sound vibrations are

converted into nerve impulses that are sent to the brain
nasal nerve cells that become stimulated by molecules in the air

and send impulses for interpretation of odors
major sensory receptor on the tongue; contains taste hairs that

send impulses for interpretation of tastes
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define interpret. Use the term in a sentence
to show its scientific meaning.
interpret

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Section 2 The Senses (continued)
The Body’s Alert Create a graphic organizer to identify three common stimuli that
System the senses are able to detect.
on page .
Vision Identify the functions of each part of the eye.

on page . Part of Eye Function
Cornea
Lens

Retina
Optic nerve
Hearing Sequence the parts of the ear in the order that a signal travels.
on page .
outer ear
cochlea

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Section 2 The Senses (continued)
Smell Summarize how food is smelled by the nose.

on page .
Taste Distinguish the five kinds of tastes in the graphic organizer below.
on page .
Tastes
Other Sensory Summarize the kinds of stimuli to which the receptors in internal
Receptors in organs and in fingertips can respond by listing them below.
the Body
I found this information Internal Organs Fingertips
on page .
E VALUATE IT Identify some advantages of having fingertips and skin with

many types of receptors for touch.

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Chapter Wrap-Up
After You
Control and Coordination Read
• You are subjected to thousands of stimuli
every day.
• The brain is made up of about 10,000 neurons.
• You can’t control reflexes because they occur

before you know what has happened.
• You can smell food because it gives off
molecules into the air.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T Describe how your nervous system helps protect you.

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Regulation and Reproduction

Before You Read
Before You
Read Regulation and Reproduction
• Endocrine glands are tissues that produce hormones.
• Testosterone is the male sex hormone and sperm

is the male reproductive cell.
• Identical twins are not always the same sex.
• Adulthood is the final stage of human development.

Science Journal
Write a paragraph describing how an emergency call might be handled at a fire station.
Regulation and Reproduction 227

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Section 1 The Endocrine System
Scan the headings, charts, and illustrations in Section 1. Find two

glands of the endocrine system that are involved in regulating blood
sugar levels and two glands that are involved in regulating calcium
levels.
Helps Regulate Helps Regulate

Blood Sugar Levels Calcium Levels
Review
Vocabulary Define tissue to show its scientific meaning. Then use the word
in an original sentence.
tissue

New
Vocabulary Define hormone to show its scientific meaning.
hormone
Academic
Vocabulary Define distribute to show its scientific meaning. Then use the
word in an original sentence.
distribute
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Section 1 The Endocrine System (continued)
Functions of Organize information about the body’s control systems by

the Endocrine completing the chart below.
System
I found this information Body System Function Body’s Response
Time
on page .
Endocrine Glands Sequence the events that occur when a gland produces a hormone
I found this information and sends it to a target tissue.
on page .
I found this information Distinguish the four main functions of the endocrine glands by
on page . completing the graphic organizer below.
Functions of the
Endocrine Glands

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Section 1 The Endocrine System (continued)
A Negative Model a negative-feedback system by completing the cycle

Feedback System chart below.
on page .
Intestines take in
A meal
is eaten. during .
level in
level
decreases to normal increases.
level in bloodstream.
is restored.
responds

to
is released into level by producing the
bloodstream, causing the hormone .
and other tissues
to take up more .
CONNECT IT Draw an outline of the human body on a separate sheet of paper.

Label it male or female. Using information provided in your book, show where
endocrine glands are located and then describe their functions.

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Section 2 The Reproductive System
Predict three things that might be discussed in Section 2 as you

read the headings.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define cilia as it relates to this section.
cilia
New
Vocabulary Identify the vocabulary terms that match the definitions.
male organ that produces sperm and testosterone
male reproductive cells

mixture of sperm and a fluid that helps sperm move and supplies
the sperm with an energy source
in humans, female reproductive organ that produces eggs
monthly release of an egg from an ovary in a hormone-controlled

process
hollow, pear-shaped, muscular organ in which a fertilized egg

develops
monthly flow of blood and tissue cells that occurs when the lining
of the uterus breaks down and is shed
Academic
Vocabulary Define respond using its scientific meaning. Write a sentence that
reflects this meaning.
respond

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Section 2 The Reproductive System (continued)
Reproduction and Complete the graphic organizers below to differentiate the role of
the Endocrine the pituitary gland in females and males.
System
Pituitary Gland produces: stimulates:
I found this information in Females
on page .
Pituitary Gland produces: stimulates:

in Males
The Male Summarize information about the male reproductive organs in

Reproductive the graphic organizer below.
System
I found this information Male
on page . Reproductive
Organs

contains
make make

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Section 2 The Reproductive System (continued)
The Female Sequence the steps through which an egg moves in the female
Reproductive reproductive system.
System
on page .
The Menstrual Analyze the phases of the menstrual cycle, and then complete the
Cycle chart below.
on page . Description Duration
Phase 1
Phase 2
Phase 3
(if fertilized
egg does
not arrive)
CONNECT IT Describe how the menstrual cycle would differ in phase 3 if the
egg were fertilized. Then infer how future cycles would be affected.

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Section 3 Human Life Stages
Skim the headings in Section 3. Then write three questions that you
have about human life stages.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define nutrient to show its scientific meaning.
nutrient
New
Vocabulary Define the new vocabulary terms to show their scientific meaning.
embryo

amniotic sac
fetus
fetus stress
Academic
Vocabulary Define capable. Use capable in an original sentence to show its
scientific meaning.
capable

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Section 3 Human Life Stages (continued)
Fertilization Sequence the events that result in the formation of a zygote by

I found this information completing the following graphic organizer.
on page .
Sperm enter the vagina and come in contact with chemical
secretions in the vagina.
Multiple Births Classify the following descriptions as applying to either identical

I found this information twins or fraternal twins. Write either for a description that could
on page . fit both categories.
Two eggs are released and both

are fertilized.
A fertilized zygote divides into two

separate zygotes.
Twins of the same sex are born.
Twins with different sexes are born.
Development Create a time line to indicate when the following events occur:
Before Birth a) embryo forms; b) amniotic sac forms; c) head forms; d) fingers
I found this information and toes form. Not all weeks will be filled in.
on page . a a a
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Weeks of Pregnancy

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Section 3 Human Life Stages (continued)
The Birthing Sequence the events that occur during the birthing process. The
Process first one has been completed for you.
on page . 1. Contractions increase.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Stages Summarize information about the stages after birth using the
After Birth chart below.
on page . Stage Period in Life Changes That Occur
Infancy

Childhood
Adolescence
Adulthood
Older
Adulthood

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Tie It Together
Synthesize It
Create a journal that reflects your own stages of development. Interview your parents
to record information about your size at various ages (including birth weight and length)
and when you learned certain skills such as the ability to crawl and walk, when you lost
your baby teeth, and so on. Try to find pictures of yourself at various ages to include
in your journal.

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Chapter Wrap-Up
After You
Regulation and Reproduction Read
• Endocrine glands are tissues that produce hormones.
• Testosterone is the male sex hormone and sperm

is the male reproductive cell.
• Identical twins are not always the same sex.
• Adulthood is the final stage of human development.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T Explain how the title “Regulation and Reproduction” fits with
the content of this chapter.

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Immunity and Disease

Before You Read
Before You
Read Immunity and Disease
• Your skin is one of your body’s first lines
of defense against disease.
• A vaccine is given to cure a disease.
• AIDS and HIV are the same thing.
• You can catch diabetes from another

person.

Science Journal
Write a paragraph describing a battle between your white cells and a foreign invader.
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Section 1 The Immune System
Read the title and headings of the section. Predict two topics that
will be discussed in this section.
1.
2.
Review
Vocabulary Define enzyme to show its scientific meaning.
enzyme
New
complex group of defenses that protects the body against
pathogens

molecule that is foreign to the body
protein made in response to a specific antigen
immunity in which the body makes its own antibodies in response

to an antigen
immunity in which antibodies that have been produced in another

animal are introduced to the body
process of giving a vaccine by injection or by mouth
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define specific to show its scientific meaning.
specific
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Section 1 The Immune System (continued)
Lines of Defense Summarize your body’s first-line defense strategies.

on page . Skin Respiratory System
First-line Defenses
Digestive System Circulatory System

I found this information Sequence what happens when an antigen enters the body.
on page .
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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Section 1 The Immune System (continued)
I found this information Contrast active and passive immunity. Complete the chart.
on page .
Active Immunity Passive Immunity
What
It Is
How
You
Get It
How
Long
It Lasts
I found this information Summarize how a vaccine helps protect your body against a
on page . pathogen. Complete the flow chart.

A vaccine is injected or given by mouth.
CONNECT IT Many schools require children to be vaccinated against diseases

such as measles before they begin school. Analyze why the schools might have this
requirement.

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Section 2 Infectious Diseases
Skim Section 2. Write three questions you would like to have

answered. Then look for the answers as you read.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define protist using your book or a dictionary.
protist
New
Vocabulary Use your book to define each vocabulary term.
pasteurization
virus
infectious disease
biological vector
sexually transmitted
disease (STD)
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define complex using its scientific meaning.
complex

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Section 2 Infectious Diseases (continued)
Disease in Distinguish the important contributions of Louis Pasteur, Robert

History Koch, and Joseph Lister to the treatment of infectious diseases.
I found this information Pasteur:
on page .
Koch:
Lister:

I found this information Identify examples of diseases caused by each type of organism.
on page .
Pathogen Diseases Caused
Bacteria
Protists
Fungi
Viruses
How Diseases Identify four ways in which diseases can be transmitted.

Are Spread
1.
on page . 2.
3.
4.

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Section 2 Infectious Diseases (continued)
Sexually Identify examples of each type of sexually transmitted disease

Transmitted and list its symptoms and possible effects.
Diseases
I found this information Disease: gonorrhea or chlamydia
on page . Symptoms:
Effects:
Bacterial
Disease: syphilis
Symptoms:
Effects:
Disease: genital herpes
Viral Symptoms:
Effects:
HIV and Your Analyze how HIV harms the immune system. Explain how HIV
Immune System causes AIDS and what happens when a person has AIDS.
on page .
S UMMARIZE I T Describe several things that you can do to prevent infections.

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Section 3 Noninfectious Diseases
Scan the section headings, bold words, and illustrations in

Section 3. Write two facts you discovered as you scanned the
section.
1.
2.
Review
Vocabulary Define gene using your book or a dictionary.
gene
New
Vocabulary Use your book to define each vocabulary term.
noninfectious disease
allergy

allergen
chemotherapy
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define react. Then write what you predict
reaction means. Check your definition in the dictionary.
react

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Section 3 Noninfectious Diseases (continued)
Chronic Disease Contrast infectious disease and noninfectious disease.

on page .
Allergies Sequence what happens during an allergic reaction. Then list

I found this information some typical symptoms of an allergy.
on page .
An enters the body.
Typical symptoms:
Diabetes Compare and contrast Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Complete

I found this information the chart. Then list common symptoms of both types of diabetes
on page . and the possible long-term effects of the disease.
Type 1 Type 2
Cause
Treatment
Symptoms:
Long-term effects:

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Section 3 Noninfectious Diseases (continued)
Chemicals and Identify the possible harmful effects of the chemicals listed.
Disease
Asbestos:
on page . Lead-based paints:
Alcohol:
Cancer Summarize information about cancer cells below.

on page . Cancer cells
I found this information Summarize the causes, warning signs, and treatments of cancer.

on page . Complete the chart.
Causes
Warning
Signs
Treatments
CONNECT IT A friend’s family has a history of lung and skin cancer. Evaluate
some steps your friend could take to reduce his risk of getting these diseases.

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Tie It Together
Every winter, many students miss school as a result of colds, influenza, and other infectious
diseases. Plan a campaign for your school to teach other students how to reduce their risk
of catching these diseases. You might design posters, plan an assembly, or use other ways
to get the information out. Outline your plan below.

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Immunity and Disease Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Immunity and Disease Read
• Your skin is one of your body’s first lines
of defense against disease.
• A vaccine is given to cure a disease.
• AIDS and HIV are the same thing.
• You can catch diabetes from another

person.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T What are the three most important ideas in this chapter?

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Interactions of Life
Before You Read
Before You
Read Interactions of Life
• The community includes the top part of Earth’s crust, water that
covers Earth’s surface, and Earth’s atmosphere.
• In nature, most competition occurs between individuals of the
same species.
• Plants and microscopic organisms can move from place to place.
• Living organisms do not need a constant supply of energy.

Science Journal
Describe how a familiar bird, insect, or other animal depends on other organisms.
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Section 1 Living Earth
Skim through Section 1 of your book. Read the headings and look
at the figures. Write three questions that come to mind.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define adaptation using your book or a dictionary.
adaptation
New
Vocabulary Define each new vocabulary term using your book.
biosphere

ecology
population
community
habitat
Academic
Vocabulary Define interact using a dictionary.
interact
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Section 1 Living Earth (continued)
The Biosphere Complete this chart to identify three parts of the biosphere.
on page . Parts of the Biosphere
I found this information Contrast the organisms found in different environments as you
on page . complete the concept map. Provide examples of both plants
and animals.
Environments Organisms
Desert
Tropical
Rain Forest
Arctic
I found this information Analyze the amount of solar energy that makes Earth the only
on page . planet known to support life. Explain why other planets are not
suitable for life.

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Section 1 Living Earth (continued)
Ecosystems Organize the parts of a prairie ecosystem. List three living organisms
I found this information and three nonliving parts of the ecosystem.
on page .
Prairie Ecosystem
Living Organisms Nonliving Parts
Populations Sequence the four levels of organization of living organisms from

I found this information smallest to largest. Then write an example of each one.
on page . community organism ecosystem population

Smallest Largest
S YNTHESIZE I T Write about your own life. Use the terms habitat, community,
population, and ecosystem to describe your every day interactions.

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Section 2 Populations
Predict Read the headings in Section 2. Predict three topics that

you think will be discussed in this section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define natural selection using your book or a dictionary.
Then use it in a sentence to show its scientific meaning.
natural selection
New
Vocabulary Create an original sentence using each vocabulary term to show its
scientific meaning.
limiting factor
carrying capacity
Academic
Vocabulary Define resource using a dictionary. Then write a sentence related
to the topic of Section 2 using the term.
resource

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Section 2 Populations (continued)
Competition Complete the chart below to identify how competing for certain
I found this information limited resources can affect population growth.
on page .
Limited Why It Limits Population Growth
Resource
Population Size Compare the two ways of measuring populations by filling in the
I found this information graphic organizer below.
on page .
Measuring Populations
Methods

include
Definitions
I found this information Contrast carrying capacity and biotic potential. Then identify
on page . one factor that can limit each.
What It Is Limiting Factor

Carrying
capacity
Biotic
potential

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Section 2 Populations (continued)
Changes in Compare the effect of differing birth rates and death rates on
Populations population growth as you complete the chart below.
on page . Population Growth
Birth Rate Compared Change in Population
to Death Rate
much higher
slightly higher
lower
I found this information Evaluate the effects of exponential growth on a population.

on page .
leads to
Size of
Population increases
leads to
Summarize the environmental effects of the exponential growth of

a population.
S YNTHESIZE I T A field is crowded with mice. A new group of mice migrate

into the field. Describe how the crowded conditions could affect the mice.

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Section 3 Interactions Within Communities
Scan the What You’ll Learn statements for Section 3. Rewrite each
statement as a question. As you read the section, try to answer
your questions.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define social behavior using your book or a dictionary.
social behavior
New
Vocabulary Label each definition with the correct vocabulary term.
an organism that can use an outside energy source like the Sun
to make energy-rich molecules

an organism that cannot make its own energy-rich molecules
any close relationship between species
an organism’s role in its environment
Academic
Vocabulary Define constant as an adjective. Then use it in a scientific
sentence.
constant

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Section 3 Interactions Within Communities (continued)
Obtaining Energy Compare and contrast producers and consumers by describing

I found this information the processes by which each group gets the energy it needs.
on page .
Producers gain energy from
processes that producers

use to make food
Consumers gain energy from
different types of consumers
Herbivores Decomposers
eat consume
Carnivores Omnivores
eat eat
Symbiotic Classify examples of symbiosis by completing the chart below.

Relationships
Type of Who Benefits? Example
I found this information Symbiosis
on page .
mutualism
commensalism
parasitism

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Section 3 Interactions Within Communities (continued)
Niches Organize important points about niches by creating an outline of

I found this information your reading.
on page .
I. A niche is .
A. how it obtains food
B.
C.
D.
E.
II. Special adaptations that

can be part of a niche.
A. Example:
B. Example:

S YNTHESIZE I T Draw and label organisms that are in your food chain. Include
at least three organisms. Then show how each of these organisms can get the energy
it needs.

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Tie It Together
Observation
Observe the behaviors of a species of animal (for example, squirrels in a park) for at least
15 minutes. Use the chart below to take notes on your observations.
Species:
Date and time of observation:
Number of individuals observed:
Interactions within species:
Food sources observed:

Habitat:
Special adaptations of species:
Interactions observed with other species:

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Interactions of Life Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Interactions of Life Read
• The community includes the top part of Earth’s crust, water that
covers Earth’s surface, and Earth’s atmosphere.
• In nature, most competition occurs between individuals of the
same species.
• Plants and microscopic organisms can move from place to place.
• Living organisms do not need a constant supply of energy.
Review

learned about interactions among living organisms.

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The Nonliving Environment

Before You Read
Preview the chapter title, the section titles, and the section headings. List at least
two ideas for each section in each column.
K W

Science Journal
List all the nonliving things that you might see in a picture of a beach, in order of
importance. Explain your reasoning for the order you choose.
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Section 1 Abiotic Factors
Preview the What You’ll Learn statements for Section 1. Rewrite

each statement into a question.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define environment to show its scientific meaning.
environment
New
Vocabulary Define the following terms to show their scientific meanings.
biotic

abiotic
atmosphere
soil
climate
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define fundamental as an adjective.
fundamental
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Section 1 Abiotic Factors (continued)
Environmental Classify seven environmental factors as biotic or abiotic.

Factors
I found this information Factors needed for life
on page . Biotic Abiotic
1. 1.
2. 2.
3.
4.
5.
Air Compare and contrast how gases are used during photosynthesis
I found this information and respiration.
on page .
Photosynthesis Respiration
Gas used
Gas released
Purpose
Water and Soil Summarize how organisms use water and soil. Complete the
I found this information sentences.
on page .
Most organisms are percent water. Processes
such as , , and
need water to occur. Environments with plenty of water usually
have of organisms than
environments with little water. Organisms also need .
, , , and
all live in soil. The type of soil influences the
types of that can grow in a region.

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Section 1 Abiotic Factors (continued)
Sunlight Label the diagram to show the flow of energy through living things.
I found this information Label consumers, producers, and sunlight.
on page .
Temperature Analyze how latitude and elevation affect temperature.

I found this information Latitude:
on page .
Elevation:
Climate Sequence steps to explain the rain shadow effect.


on page . 1. Moist air is forced upward by a mountain.
2.
3.
4.
CONNECT IT Describe the climate of your community. Identify its latitude,

elevation, temperature, and precipitation characteristics.

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Section 2 Cycles in Nature
Skim the headings and illustrations in Section 2. List three kinds of

cycles you will learn about in the section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define biosphere to show its scientific meaning.
biosphere
New
model describing how carbon molecules move between the living

and the nonliving world
process that takes place when a gas changes to a liquid

process in which some types of bacteria in the soil change nitrogen

gas into a form of nitrogen that plants can use
process that takes place when a liquid changes to a gas
model describing how water moves from Earth’s surface to the

atmosphere and back again through evaporation, condensation,
and precipitation
model describing how nitrogen moves from the atmosphere to the

soil, to living organisms, and then back to the atmosphere
Academic
Vocabulary Define model as it is used in the definitions above. Use a
dictionary to help you.
model

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Section 2 Cycles in Nature (continued)
The Cycles of Summarize the importance of cycles to life on Earth.

Matter
on page .
The Water Cycle Model the water cycle in a drawing.

I found this information • Label phases of the cycle including evaporation, transpiration,
on page . condensation, and precipitation.
• Label the sources and forms the water takes.
• Use arrows to show the direction in which water is moving at
each part of the cycle.

The Nitrogen Identify the three ways that nitrogen is made available to plants.
Cycle
on page .
Plants use nitrogen

compounds to build cells.

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Section 2 Cycles in Nature (continued)
I found this information Describe how harvesting removes soil nitrogen and how fertilizer
on page . and nitrogen-fixing crops can increase the amount of nitrogen in soil.
Harvesting:
Fertilizer:
Nitrogen-fixing crops:
The Carbon Cycle Model the carbon cycle. Identify the role of each item shown in the
I found this information cycle. Draw arrows showing the flow of carbon through the system.
on page .
Producers (Plants and algae)
Air
.
.
Consumers
Burning wood and fossil fuels
CONNECT IT Choose an organism. Explain its role in the water, nitrogen, and
carbon cycles.

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Section 3 Energy Flow
Skim Section 3 of your book. Read the headings and look at the
illustrations. Write three questions that come to mind.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define energy to show its scientific meaning.
energy
New
chemosynthesis

food web
energy pyramid
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to locate the scientific meaning of convert.
Write a sentence using that scientific meaning.
convert

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Section 3 Energy Flow (continued)
Converting Compare and contrast photosynthesis and chemosynthesis.

Energy Complete the Venn diagram with at least seven points of
I found this information information from your book.
on page . Photosynthesis Chemosynthesis
Both
Energy Transfer
Create an example of a food chain.

I found this information • Include and label a producer, a herbivore, and a carnivore or
on page . omnivore that eats the herbivore.
• Use arrows to show the transfer of energy.

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Section 3 Energy Flow (continued)
I found this information Synthesize information about food webs. Draw arrows to show
on page . the energy transfers in the food web shown.
eagle rattlesnake
weasel
mouse
squirrel
plants
Energy Pyramids Sequence the levels of an energy pyramid.

I found this information • Label each level as containing carnivores, herbivores, or
on page . producers.
• Label each level with the percentage of total energy that is
available at that level.

%
S YNTHESIZE I T Describe the flow of matter and energy in a food chain made
up of grasses, mice, and hawks, and what might happen to the food chain if a fire
destroyed much of the grass.

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Tie It Together
A developer wants to build homes on land near your community and wants to know how
the environment will affect the people who live in the homes, and how the homes will
affect the environment.
Prepare an environmental study for the developer, including information about

• the abiotic factors in the area that could affect the people in the home
• how the new homes might affect natural cycles and food webs in the area
Use paragraphs and/or pictures to help you explain your points.


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Chapter Wrap-Up
Review the ideas you listed in the table at the beginning of the chapter. Cross out
any incorrect information in the first column, then complete the table by filling
in the third column. How do your ideas compare with those you provided at the
beginning of the chapter?
K W L
Review

S UMMARIZE I T Write three things that you learned while studying this chapter.

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Ecosystems
Before You Read
Think about the terms and descriptions below. Infer which term most closely matches the
description and write it on the line.
biome ecosystem estuary intertidal zone

community of living organisms interacting with each other and their
physical environment
part of the shoreline that is under water at high tide and exposed to
the air at low tide
a large geographic area with an interactive environmental community
and similar climate
extremely fertile area where a river meets an ocean; contains a mixture
of freshwater and saltwater and serves as a nursery for many species
Science Journal
What traits might plants on a burning hillside have that enable them to survive
and reproduce?
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Ecosystems
Section 1 How Ecosystems Change
Skim through Section 1 of your text. Write three things that might
be discussed in this section.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define the following key terms using your book or a dictionary.
ecosystem
New
Vocabulary
climax community

pioneer species
succession
Academic
Vocabulary
stable
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Section 1 How Ecosystems Change (continued)
Ecological Sequence the steps in the succession of a lawn to a climax

Succession community. The first one has been completed for you.
on page . Succession of a Lawn to Climax Community
1. The grass would get longer.
2.
3.
4.
5.
I found this information Organize the information from your book to compare primary
on page . succession with secondary succession.
Primary Succession Secondary Succession

Lava from a volcano Fire consumes a forest
Land
consists
of
Starts break down Soil contains .

with rock and decay, adding
.
Animals
and wind
carry
Plants
add
Wildlife
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Section 1 How Ecosystems Change (continued)
I found this information Complete the graphic organizer to better understand the
on page . characteristics of a climax community.
A
climax
community
is is
has
reached

I found this information Identify the three main characteristics of a forest climax community.
on page .
1.
2.
3.
CONNECT IT Use the information you have learned about succession to

predict the growth of a community in a flooded river basin. Hypothesize whether
the succession would be primary succession or secondary succession. Support your
answer with facts from your book.
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Ecosystems
Section 2 Biomes
I found this information Analyze Look at the world map of the seven major land biomes
on page . in your book. Infer two factors you think scientists might use to
classify biomes of the world.
1.
2.
Review
Vocabulary Use the word climate in a scientific sentence.
climate
New
Vocabulary Define Read the definitions below. Write the key terms on the
blanks in the left column.
most biologically diverse biome
ideal biome for growing crops and raising cattle and

sheep
biome usually having four distinct seasons
cold, dry, treeless biome with a short growing season and

permafrost
biome with thin soil where organisms are adapted to survive

extreme conditions
biome containing cone-bearing evergreen trees and dense forests
Academic
Vocabulary Use a dictionary to define mature as a verb.
mature
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Section 2 Biomes (continued)
Major Biomes Complete the comparison chart using the world map of
I found this information seven biomes.
on page .
Physical Average Temperature Location Plant and

Description Precipitation Animal Life
Tundra less than Plants:
25 cm per
year
Animals:
Taiga temperature Plants:

range: 54°C
to 21°C
Animals:

Temperate eastern US, Plants:
Deciduous Europe,
Forest parts of Asia
and Africa
Animals:
Temperate dense forest Plants:

Rain with a variety
Forest of plants and
animals
Animals:
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Section 2 Biomes (continued)
Physical Average Temperature Location Plant and

Description Precipitation Animal Life
Tropical 4 zones of
Rain plant and
Forest animal life
Plants:
Animals:
Desert western Plants:

US and
S. America,
Africa, parts
of Australia Animals:
and Asia
Grasslands mild to hot prairies— Plants:

N. America,
steppes—
Asia,
savannas— Animals:
Africa
pampas—
S. America
CONNECT IT Analyze the information you recorded about biomes. Compare

and contrast the tundra with the desert.
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Ecosystems
Section 3 Aquatic Ecosystems
Read the What You’ll Learn objectives of Section 3. Write

questions that come to mind from reading these statements.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define the key terms using your book or a dictionary.
aquatic
New
Vocabulary

coral reef
wetland
Academic
Vocabulary
promote
Freshwater Organize the four important factors that determine how well a
Ecosystems species can survive in an aquatic environment.
on page .
2.
3.
4.
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Section 3 Aquatic Ecosystems (continued)
Freshwater Compare fast-moving streams with slower-moving streams as you

Ecosystems complete the sentences below about freshwater environments.
on page . Fast-moving Streams
Currents quickly
As water tumbles, air .
These streams have clearer and higher
Slow-moving Streams
Water moves slowly and debris .
These environments have higher , more
plant , and organisms

I found this information Classify each statement as a characteristic of pond ecosystems,

on page . lake ecosystems, or both. Mark P for pond, L for lake, or B for
both ecosystems.
more plants than flowing water environments
deeper water and colder water temperatures
larger body of water
plankton floating near the surface
ecosystem high in nutrients
small, shallow body of water
lower light levels at depth limit types of organisms
plant growth limited to shallow water near shore
water hardly moves
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Section 3 Aquatic Ecosystems (continued)
Freshwater Organize information about wetlands in the concept map.

Ecosystems
on page .
also
source of products known
such as as
Wetlands located between

and
filled with animals
may include
and
well-adapted to

Saltwater Complete the outline about saltwater ecosystems.
Ecosystems I. Coral Reef ecosystems are
on page .
A. reefs formed by
B. damaged by
II. Seashores
A. affected by and
B. intertidal zone organisms must adapt to ,
, and changes
III. Estuaries
A. contain
B. are important for
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Tie It Together
Interactions within Ecosystems
Select one of the ecosystems discussed in this chapter. You might choose a tundra ecosystem,
a rain forest ecosystem, a coral reef ecosystem, or one of the other ecosystems. Take notes
about your ecosystem on the lines below. Then, draw a picture of your ecosystem with its
animal and plant inhabitants. Show any interactions that you described in your picture.
My ecosystem is a/an .
It includes these plants: Interactions between organisms
include these:
It includes these animals:
Interactions between organisms and

the environment include these:
Its environment includes these
conditions:
Sketch of My Ecosystem
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Ecosystems Chapter Wrap-Up

Think about the terms and descriptions below. Write the term that most closely
matches the description on the line in front of the description. Compare your
previous responses with these.
biome ecosystem estuary intertidal zone

community of living organisms interacting with each other and their
physical environment
part of the shoreline that is under water at high tide and exposed to
the air at low tide
a large geographic area with an interactive environmental community
and similar climate
extremely fertile area where a river meets an ocean; contains a mixture
of freshwater and saltwater and serves as a nursery for many species
Review

learned about ecosystems.
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Before You Read
Before You
Read Conserving Resources
• There is an unlimited supply of fossil
fuels.
• Sun, wind, and heat within Earth’s crust
can be used to generate power.
• Acid precipitation washes nutrients from
the soil.
• The ozone layer emits radiation that can
harm living cells.

Science Journal
List some resources, other than water, air, and fossil fuels, that we depend on and
describe how we use them.
Conserving Resources 287

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Section 1 Resources
Predict the topics that will be discussed in Section 1 after reading

the headings and looking at the illustrations.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define geyser to show its scientific meaning.
geyser
New
natural resource

hydroelectric power
nuclear energy
geothermal energy
Academic
Vocabulary Define modify. Then use it in an original sentence to show its
scientific meaning.
modify
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Section 1 Resources (continued)
Natural Compare renewable and nonrenewable resources by completing

Resources the chart below.
on page . Type of Description Examples
Resource
Renewable
Nonrenewable
Fossil Fuels Organize information about fossil fuels in the concept web below.
How They Form
on page .
Fossil Fuels
Examples Uses

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Section 1 Resources (continued)
I found this information Summarize three reasons that fossil fuels need to be conserved.
on page .
1.
2.
3.
Alternatives to Organize information about alternative energy resources below.

Fossil Fuels
I found this information Alternative Important Information
on page . Energy Resource
Hydroelectric
power
Wind energy
Geothermal

energy
Nuclear power
Solar energy
S UMMARIZE I T Examine the circle graph in your book showing energy usage
in the United States. Explain why so much of the United States’ energy comes from
fossil fuels in spite of the fact that fossil fuels cause pollution and are limited in supply.

Name Date
Section 2 Pollution
Skim the headings of Section 2 to determine three main types of

pollution that will be discussed.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define atmosphere to show its scientific meaning.
atmosphere
New
Vocabulary Read each definition below. Write the correct vocabulary term in
substance that contaminates the environment
precipitation that has a pH below 5.6

trapping of heat from the Sun by Earth’s atmosphere
waste materials that are harmful to human health or poisonous

to living organisms
Academic
Vocabulary Define affect to show its scientific meaning.
affect

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Section 2 Pollution (continued)
Acid Complete the graphic organizer below to identify the effects of

Precipitation acid rain and ways to prevent acid rain.
on page . Acid Rain
Effects Prevention
Greenhouse Sequence the events that cause the greenhouse effect and ozone
Effect and depletion by completing the following graphic organizers.
Ozone Depletion Greenhouse Effect Ozone Depletion

on page . Fossil fuels CFCs are used
are burned. in cooling systems.

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Section 2 Pollution (continued)
Indoor Air Compare and contrast carbon monoxide and radon as sources of
Pollution indoor air pollution by completing the following chart.
on page . Gas Source Effect
Carbon
monoxide
Radon
Water Pollution Identify causes of the following three examples of water pollution.
I found this information 1. Surface water pollution:
on page .
2. Ocean water pollution:

3. Groundwater pollution:
Soil Loss and Analyze causes of soil loss and soil pollution.
Soil Pollution A. Causes of soil loss
1.
on page .
2.
B. Causes of soil pollution
1.
2.
CONNECT IT Explain in one sentence why people are concerned about pollution.

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Section 3 The Three Rs of Conservation
Scan the headings of Section 3. List the three Rs of conservation

below.
1.
2.
3.
Review
Vocabulary Define the following terms. Then write a paragraph that
includes the scientific meaning of all three terms.
reprocessing
New
Vocabulary
recycling

Academic
Vocabulary
participate
Paragraph:

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Section 3 The Three Rs of Conservation (continued)
Conservation Identify reasons for conserving resources by completing the

I found this information graphic organizer below.
on page .
Reasons
to Conserve
Resources
Reduce Summarize four ways to reduce your own use of natural

I found this information resources.
on page .
1.
2.
3.
4.
Reuse Define reusing an item. Then identify at least two examples of

I found this information ways to reuse items.
on page .
Definition:
Examples:

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Section 3 The Three Rs of Conservation (continued)
Recycle Summarize recycling in the following chart.

on page . Recycling
Definition:
Items that
can be
recycled
Advantages
of recycling
How
recycling
is done

Analyze the graph that describes the recycling rates of key
household items. Then complete the statements.
The percentages of , , and

being recycled increased from 1990 to 2000.
The percentages of , ,
and being recycled decreased from 1995
to 2000.
S YNTHESIZE I T In a small group, discuss why some people do not recycle.

Summarize your discussion in the space below.

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Tie It Together
Conservation
Brainstorm ways to increase the level of conservation practiced in your school. Set a
conservation, reuse, or recycling goal. Write a plan to change the school’s behavior to
meet your goal. If new resources would be needed to implement your plan, hypothesize
how you could raise money for what you need.
• Decide which method of conservation you are most concerned about.
• Describe the benefits of practicing that method of conservation in your school.
• Identify practical ways that students can practice conservation.

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Conserving Resources Chapter Wrap-Up

After You
Conserving Resources Read
• There is an unlimited supply of fossil
fuels.
• Sun, wind, and heat within Earth’s crust
can be used to generate power.
• Acid precipitation washes nutrients from
the soil.
• The ozone layer emits radiation that can
harm living cells.
Review

S UMMARIZE I T After reading this chapter, identify three new ways you could
practice conservation.

Academic Vocabulary
adapt: to change to fit new conditions decline: to weaken or lessen

affect: to make something happen; to have definite: having exact limits in size, shape,
an effect on or number of parts
annual: plant that completes its life cycle detect: to catch or discover; to manage
in one year to perceive
apparent: readily seen, visible, readily distribute: to divide among several
understood or perceived; evident; obvious or many
area: amount or extent of a surface dominate: to control or rule
attach: to be connected energy: capacity to perform some type
of work or activity
benefit: to help
environment: living and nonliving factors
capable: able to do things; fit that surround an organism
chemical: made by chemistry estimate: (noun) an opinion of the value,
chemical bond: the force holding atoms quality, size, or cost of something; (verb)
together in a molecule to form an opinion by reasoning
code: (noun) set of signals representing external: on, or for use on, the outside
letters or numerals, used to send of the body

messages; (verb) to put in the form or facilitate: to make easy or easier
symbols of a code
flexible: able to bend or flex
complex: composed of two or more parts;
complicated function: (noun) a specific job or purpose;
(verb) to carry out a specific action
compound: (adjective) made of two or
more separate parts or elements fundamental: serving as an original or
generating source; primary
constant: not changing; staying the same
generate: to originate or bring into
contact: act or state of touching existence
or meeting
hypothesis: something that is suggested as
convert: to change from one form or being true for the purposes of argument
function to another or of further investigation
coordinate: to cause to work well together identical: same
cycle: a complete set of events or individual: separate
phenomena recurring in the same
sequence insert: to put or fit (something) into
something else
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Academic Vocabulary
interact: to act on one another reject: to refuse to accept or use

intermediate: in the middle or being relax: to become inactive and lengthen
between
release: to set free; to let go
internal: of or on the inside
remove: to get rid of
interpret: to tell the meaning of; to
understand require: to be in need of
involve: to include; to have as part resource: something used for help

of itself or support
layer: one thickness of something respond: to react in response
mature: to become fully developed or ripe series: a number of similar things coming
one after another
method: way of doing something;
a process similar: almost, but not exactly the same
migrate: to move from one place to soil: mixture of weathered rock, organic
another place matter, water, and air that supports the
growth of plant life
model: a description used to help visualize
something that cannot be directly source: any person, place, or thing by

observed which something is supplied
modify: to undergo change specific: exact; particular
network: a group of related parts stable: firmly established; not changing

or fluctuating
obtain: to get possession of, especially
by some effort structure: arrangement of parts or the
way parts are arranged
occur: to take place; to be found
survive: to continue living
participate: to take part; share
transfer: to convey or transport from one
physical: having to do with the body place to another
process: series of steps performed in transport: to carry from one place to
doing something another; the act, process, or means
of transporting
promote: to contribute to the growth of;
to help bring into being visible: able to be seen
react: to act because something has widespread: widely scattered or prevalent
happened; respond
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