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Unit: Reproduction and cell division

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HS‑LS1.B

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New organisms don't just appear out of nowhere—they are the result of reproduction! In this unit, we'll learn about sexual and asexual reproduction, fertilization, and development. We'll also explore mitosis and meiosis, which are the cellular processes that allow organisms to grow and reproduce.

Types of reproduction

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Chromosome structure and numbers

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The cell cycle and mitosis

NGSS:

HS‑LS1.B

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Meiosis

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HS‑LS3.B

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Fertilization and development

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