CALIFORNIA SCIENCE     STANDARDS

1.   All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one to many trillions, whose details usually are visible only through a microscope.

2.   A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that specify its traits.  Those traits may be modified by environmental influences. 

3.   Biological evolution accounts for the diversity of species developed through gradual processes over many generations.

4.   Evidence from rocks allows us to understand the evolution of life on Earth.

5.   The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate the complementary nature of structure and function.

6.   Physical principles underlie biological structures and functions.

7.   Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations.

BUSD SCIENCE STANDARDS

The student will:

1.   Understand cell processes.

2.   Understand the concept of evolution.

3.   Understand animal and plant anatomy and physiology.

4.   Understand and apply the scientific method.