Basic Biological Principles



BIOLOGY KEYSTONE EXAM The Biology Keystone Exam is Pennsylvania’s end of course assessment for Biology. It consists of two test modules that each take approximately 1.5 hours to complete. The exam contains multiple choice questions and open-ended responses that are designed to assess student comprehension of Biology. For a student to perform at an advanced level they must be able to do the following: Basic Biological Principles (From Biology) Evaluate the application of scientific reasoning, inventions, tools, and new technologies in the study of biology. Apply the scientific concepts of hypothesis, inference, law, theory, principle, fact, and observation. Analyze structural and functional similarities and differences between prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Evaluate relationships between structures and functions at various levels of biological organization. Analyze the unique properties of water and explains how they support life on Earth. Chemical Basis for Life (From Biology) Evaluate relationships between structure and function at various levels of biochemical organization. Analyze and predict how enzymes can regulate biochemical reactions within a cell. Bioenergetics (From Biology) Analyze cell structures and processes that transform energy in living systems. Homeostasis and Transport (From Biology) Analyze and predict how cell structures transport material into, out of, and within a cell. Analyze how organisms use feedback and response mechanisms to maintain homeostasis. Cell Growth and Reproduction (From Biology) Compare and analyze the three stages and the outcomes of the cell cycle. Genetics (From Biology) Analyze and predict how genetic information is inherited, altered, and expressed. Analyze the processes associated with protein synthesis. Predict the impacts of genetic engineering on medicine, forensics, and agriculture. Theory of Evolution (From 9th Grade Science) Evaluate the mechanisms and sources of evidence related to the theory of evolution. Ecology (From 9th Grade Science) Compare ecological levels of organization in the biosphere. Analyze interactions and relationships in an ecosystem as they relate to energy flow, biotic components, biogeochemical cycles, and limiting factors. Predict changes in an ecosystem in response to natural and human disturbances. GENERAL KEYSTONE INFORMATION: Keystone Exam Resources Test criteria, scoring exemplars, and sample questions published on the PA Department of Education SAS Portal. BIOLOGY KEYSTONE REVIEW RESOURCES: Study IslandAn interactive, on-line study program specifically designed to help students prepare for the keystone exam. Information on how to log on to this program can be found at the bottom of this page. ? Pennsylvania LearnsA free iTunes U course that contains a series of worksheets, videos and apps assembled by the state to help students prepare for the Keystone Exam. Keystone Review QuizzesCBSD generated quizzes designed to help students prepare for the ‘types’ of questions they will be asked on the Keystone Exam.?Keystone: Cell Energy Review Quiz Keystone: Cell Physiology Review Quiz Keystone: Biochemistry Review Quiz Keystone: Ecology Review Quiz Keystone: Genetics Review Quiz Keystone: Evolution Review Quiz Keystone Biology Resources by Module Podcasts and resources for each module of the Keystone Exam compiled by Council Rock School District. Biology Flashcards Flashcards created by Tredyffrin/Easttown School DistrictTredyffrin/Easttown School District Tredyffrin/Easttown School District Tredyffrin/Easttown School District Tredyffrin/Easttown School District. Biology Review from Khan Academy Playlist of videos for review of Biology topics. Crash Course – Biology Playlist of videos for review of Biology topics. SparkNotes Review of Biology Summary guides for review of Biology topics. Keystone Biology Sample Questions A practice test generated from the Standards Aligned System. ons.pdf New York Reagents Review Guide A 12 page guide to New York Regents Exam. This document covers all essential terms for the Keystone Exam in an organized fashion. CK-12 Biology E-book Biology Textbook from CK-12 Foundation available free to access or download. ................
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