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=Cell Size= 1. Compare and contrast the three cubes after they were sliced in half. The cubes each had a lighter colored middle and a darker border on the inside that went .7mm into the cube, except the smallest one. It was the opposite. Its still went in .7mm, but the border was lighter and the middle was darker.

2. Which "cell" seemed to be most and least efficient at getting outside substances into the cell? Explain The biggest cell seemed to be the least efficient at getting outside substances into the cell because it was the one with the most white in the middle when it was cut. This means that the substance didn't get to this part of the cell. The most efficient seemed to be the smallest cell because the entire cell was purple from the substance getting deep into it.

3. Which of your calculations seems to explain what you observed in your cell models? Why do you think so? I assumed that the substance on the outside of the cells would penetrate each cell the same amount when measured. This is because the cubes are exactly the same except for their size. They were soaked in the substance for the same amount of time and they are made of the same material. So why would size make a difference? I didn't think it would, and it didn't.

Speculate on a relationship between cell size and efficiency. Your statement should resemble a hypothesis. (Remember: Use an If....., then..... statement.) If one cell size is different from another cell size, but they're both placed in the same substance for the same amount of time, then the efficiency of the substance to penetrate the cell will still be equal.

=Paramecium multimicronucleatum= = = =YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT=
 * reproduce by a process known as binary fission
 * eat algae, bacteria, and other protozoans
 * they live in water, animals, or in moist soil
 * When I hear “you are what you eat” I think of fattening foods. This is because when you eat fattening foods, you’re going to get fat. If you live off of McDonalds for the rest of your life, you are definitely going to gain weight. Hence, the saying “you are what you eat.” I have learned a lot about nutrition this year in health class and I think I’m finally starting to understand that saying. Take whole wheat for example, it is packed with nutrients and complex carbohydrates. Whole wheat is full of energy, and when you eat it, you’re full of energy. And if you eat nothing, your body will slowly turn to nothing. But I’ve always wanted to know what the healthiest food you can eat is? Also, what food will provide me with the most energy to get me through the day? Never have I ever had these questions answered. I’m wondering, now, if the saying you are what you eat just means that its going into your body, so it’s a part of you now. I think my first assumption was right, but my second assumption makes sense too. I have to say that, you are what you eat means that whatever you take into your body in going to change it in some way, shape, or form. **

=**__ Biomolecules Food Lab __**=
 * 1. The test for __SIMPLE SUGARS__ in 2% milk was positive.**
 * The test for __STARCH__ in 2% milk was negative.**
 * The test for __PROTEIN__ in 2% milk was positive.**
 * The test for __FAT__ in 2% milk was positive.**


 * 2. Based on the nutritional information of 2% milk, there should have been positive tests for simple sugars, protein, and fat. However, there should have been a negative test for starch, which there was. There definitely should have been a positive test for fat, protein, and simple sugars. It is 2% fat milk, so clearly there is fat. The nutritional label for 2% milk states that there is 8 grams of protein per cup. I also know that there is simple sugars in milk because milk is a common source of the disaccharide lactose. Finally, there is no starch in milk because starch is only found in plants.**


 * 3. Looking at the other groups information on 2% milk, I have realized that a lot of the groups do not think there are simple sugars in 2% milk. As we have learned, milk does contain simple sugars, because it is one of the most common sources of the disaccharide lactose, which is a simple sugar. Other than that, my results seemed to have agree with other groups' results (positive protein, fats and oils, simple sugars, but negative starch). Milk provides your body with calcium for strong bones, protein for building muscle, essential vitamins, potassium, carbohydrates, and water. All of these things are essential for building a healthy body. My first food that I chose to research that others tested is cooked rice. After researching cooked rice, I have confirmed that it has protein (5 grams per cup), starch, fat (1.8 grams per cup), and simple sugars. The group I am comparing to says that there is no protein, fat, or simple sugars. Rice, depending on which type, can be a good source of fiber for the body. White is low in fiber, where as brown rice is high in fiber. Fiber helps keep your colon clean. The next food I am going to research is egg whites. Egg whites have protein (3.6 grams per large egg), fat and oils (0.1 grams per large egg), and simple sugars. Egg whites do not have starch. The group I compared my results to said that egg whites did not have simple sugars when, they actually have a small trace of simple sugars. Egg whites are a great source of protein and a low source of fat, which is really helpful for those who are athletes or just plain active people. Protein helps rebuild torn tissue to make it stronger. **

@http://www.livestrong.com/article/546445-what-does-rice-do-for-the-digestive-system/ @http://www.eggology.com/Public/Products/Athletes/ @http://www.qchekd.com/whatmilkdoes.asp = = =BIOMOLECULE EXTRA CREDIT= My first question is: What is the healthiest food you can eat? This question clearly gives a variety of answers, but after researching, I’ve found the best 10 foods to eat. They are sweet potatoes, mangoes, unsweetened Greek yogurt, broccoli, wild salmon, crispbreads, garbanzo beans, watermelon, butternut squash, and leafy greens (kale, spinach, turnip greens). These foods are high in potassium, fiber, carotenoids, and vitamins essential for the body. SOURCE: []

My second question is: What foods will give me the most energy to get through the day? After researching, I have found ten foods that will provide you with energy to get through the day. 10.__Eggs__ – contains protein and vitamins to provide energy and building muscle mass. __SOURCE__: []
 * 1) __Almonds__ – contain Vitamin E, protein, and Magnesium to help you get through the day.
 * 2) __Dark Chocolate__ – eat in moderation, caffeine and sugar wont give energy crash, but will boost energy
 * 3) __Salmon__ – loaded with healthy fatty acids
 * 4) __Spicy herbs__ – speed up metabolism and give you energy
 * 5) __Greek yogurt__ – more protein than regular yogurt and help you feel full longer
 * 6) __Popcorn__ – high in fiber and carbs, but low in calories, provides you with energy (do not add extras like butter or cheese)
 * 7) __Leafy greens__ – full of iron to make you feel energetic (kale, spinach, turnip greens)
 * 8) __Whole grains__ – contains complex carbs which provide the body with energy
 * 9) __Blueberries__ – loaded with antioxidants

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=**Protein Synthesis**= media type="custom" key="25200552"

Protein Synthesis Review Questions

 * 1) === What are the steps of transcription? Beginning in the nucleus, we zoom in on a strand of DNA. RNA polymerase comes in to unwind the double-stranded DNA. As it unwinds the DNA, it reads the nitrogenous bases and finds their complement, creating a strand of mRNA (messenger RNA). Except, in this case, Adenine’s base pair is not thymine, because it is replaced by uracil. This process is called transcription. ===
 * 2) === What are the steps of translation? The strand of mRNA breaks off and we zoom out of the nucleus. The mRNA then leaves the nucleus through a small pore called the nuclear pore. Once the mRNA strand is in the cytoplasm, it binds with a ribosome. Now, we begin translation. First, we zoom in on the ribosome and mRNA strand. Ribosomes bind mRNA and tRNA (translation RNA) to synthesize polypeptides and proteins. Ribosomes have a large and small subunit. The first group of bases is known as the start codon. The middle ones are known as codons and the last one in known as the stop codon. tRNA comes in, carrying the bases compliments called the anti-codon. With an amino acid attached, tRNA connects the bases with their compliments on the start codon. The same thing is happening to the second codon. Once the start codon has received its complementary bases, tRNA leaves, leaving behind its amino acid.The amino acid then attaches to the second codon’s amino acid, forming a polypeptide bond. Another tRNA comes in to supply the third codon with its complementary bases. tRNA leaves the second codon, leaving behind the polypeptide bond. That then attatches to the third codon’s tRNA amino acid. Then another tRNA comes in with the fourth codon’s complements. This cycle continues until you get to the stop codon.The stop codon ends the cycle, not leaving an amino acid. The amino acid chain that is formed cannot function until it folds into a tertiary structure, so it does. Thus, ending translation. ===
 * 3) === List three differences between DNA and RNA: Deoxyribose and ribose, Thymine and Uracil, Double stranded and single stranded. ===
 * 4) === List the three types of RNA. And state their function (what they do and where they do it) mRNA messenger RNA tRNA Transcription RNA rRNA Ribosomal RNA ===
 * 5) === What enzyme is used to produce a new strand of RNA? RNA polymerase ===
 * 6) === Which molecule contains the genetic code? DNA ===

Mutation Questions for Achondroplasia
1. Achondroplasia is a single gene disorder caused by mutations in the gene on chromosome 4. 2. Achondroplasia is also known as dwarfism. 3. Some symptoms of achondroplasia is breathing slows or stops, obesity, and recurrent ear infections. 4. This condition occurs in 1 in 1500 - 40,000 newborns. 5. Achondroplasia occurs due to mutation in the gene on chromosome 4.

INTRO TO FIELD ECONOMY
1. The higher the tax is, the higher the fuel economy. 2. Cars are most commonly used source of transportation. 3. The types of vehicles have an effect on the taxes and the field economy.