Biology - Integrated: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Cycling of Matter and Energy

  • BI-LS1-5.

    Use a model to illustrate how photosynthesis transforms light energy into stored chemical energy.BI-LS1-5

  • BI-LS1-7.

    Use a model to illustrate that cellular respiration is a chemical process whereby the bonds of food molecules and oxygen molecules are broken and the bonds in new compounds are formed resulting in a net transfer of energy.BI-LS1-7

  • BI-LS2-3.

    Construct and revise an explanation based on evidence for the cycling of matter and flow of energy in aerobic and anaerobic conditions.BI-LS2-3

  • BI-LS2-4.

    Use mathematical representations to support claims for the cycling of matter and flow of energy among organisms in an ecosystem.BI-LS2-4

  • BI-LS2-5.

    Develop a model to illustrate the role of photosynthesis and cellular respiration in the cycling of carbon among the biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere.BI-LS2-5

  • BI-ESS2-6.

    Develop a quantitative model to describe the cycling of carbon among the hydrosphere, atmosphere, geosphere, and biosphere.BI-ESS2-6

Structure and Function

  • BI-LS1-1.

    Construct an explanation based on evidence for how the structure of DNA determines the structure of proteins which carry out the essential functions of life through systems of specialized cells.BI-LS1-1

  • BI-LS1-2.

    Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms.BI-LS1-2

  • BI-LS1-3.

    Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence that feedback mechanisms maintain homeostasis.BI-LS1-3

  • BI-LS1-6.

    Construct and revise an explanation based on evidence for how carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen from sugar molecules may combine with other elements to form amino acids and/or other large carbon-based molecules.BI-LS1-6

Biodiversity and Population Dynamics

  • BI-LS2-1.

    Use mathematical and/or computational representations to support explanations of factors that affect carrying capacity of ecosystems at different scales.BI-LS2-1

  • BI-LS2-2.

    Use mathematical representations to support and revise explanations based on evidence about factors affecting biodiversity and populations in ecosystems of different scales.BI-LS2-2

  • BI-LS2-6.

    Evaluate the claims, evidence, and reasoning that the complex interactions in ecosystems maintain relatively consistent numbers and types of organisms in stable conditions, but changing conditions may result in a new ecosystem.BI-LS2-6

  • BI-LS2-7.

    Design, evaluate, and refine a solution for reducing the impacts of human activities on the environment and biodiversity.BI-LS2-7

  • BI-LS2-8.

    Evaluate the evidence for the role of group behavior on individual and species' chances to survive and reproduce.BI-LS2-8

  • BI-LS4-6.

    Create or revise a simulation to test a solution to mitigate adverse impacts of human activity on biodiversity.BI-LS4-6

  • BI3-ETS1-3.

    Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.BI3-ETS1-3

  • BI3-ETS1-4.

    Use a computer simulation to model the impact of proposed solutions to a complex real-world problem with numerous criteria and constraints on interactions within and between systems relevant to the problem.BI3-ETS1-4

Genetic Variations in Organisms

  • BI-LS1-4.

    Use a model to illustrate the role of cellular division (mitosis) and differentiation in producing and maintaining complex organisms.BI-LS1-4

  • BI-LS3-1.

    Ask questions to clarify relationships about the role of DNA and chromosomes in coding the instructions for characteristic traits passed from parents to offspring.BI-LS3-1

  • BI-LS3-2.

    Make and defend a claim based on evidence that inheritable genetic variations may result from: (1) new genetic combinations through meiosis, (2) viable errors occurring during replication, and/or (3) mutations caused by environmental factors.BI-LS3-2

  • BI-LS3-3.

    Apply concepts of statistics and probability to explain the variation and distribution of expressed traits in a population.BI-LS3-3

Evolution by Natural Selection

  • BI-LS4-1.

    Communicate scientific information that common ancestry and biological evolution are supported by multiple lines of empirical evidence.BI-LS4-1

  • BI-LS4-2.

    Construct an explanation based on evidence that the process of evolution primarily results from four factors: (1) the potential for a species to increase in number, (2) the heritable genetic variation of individuals in a species due to mutation and sexual reproduction, (3) competition for limited resources, and (4) the proliferation of those organisms that are better able to survive and reproduce in the environment.BI-LS4-2

  • BI-LS4-3.

    Apply concepts of statistics and probability to support explanations that organisms with an advantageous heritable trait tend to increase in proportion to organisms lacking this trait.BI-LS4-3

  • BI-LS4-4.

    Construct an explanation based on evidence for how natural selection leads to adaptation of populations.BI-LS4-4

  • BI-LS4-5.

    Evaluate the evidence supporting claims that changes in environmental conditions may result in: (1) increases in the number of individuals of some species, (2) the emergence of new species over time, and (3) the extinction of other species.BI-LS4-5

  • BI-ESS2-7.

    Construct an argument based on evidence about the simultaneous coevolution of Earth's systems and life on Earth.BI-ESS2-7

Life and Earth's Systems

  • BI-ESS2-2.

    Analyze geoscience data to make the claim that one change to Earth's surface can create feedbacks that cause changes to other Earth systems.BI-ESS2-2

  • BI-ESS2-4.

    Use a model to describe how variations in the flow of energy into and out of Earth's systems result in changes in climate.BI-ESS2-4

  • BI-ESS2-5.

    Plan and conduct an investigation of the properties of water and its effects on Earth materials and surface processes.BI-ESS2-5

  • BI-ESS3-5.

    Analyze geoscience data and the results from global climate models to make an evidence-based forecast of the current rate of global or regional climate change and associated future impacts to Earth systems.BI-ESS3-5

  • BI6-ETS1-2.

    Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.BI6-ETS1-2

  • BI6-ETS1-3.

    Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.BI6-ETS1-3

Human Impacts on Earth's Systems

  • BI-ESS3-1.

    Construct an explanation based on evidence for how the availability of natural resources, occurrence of natural hazards, and changes in climate have influenced human activity.BI-ESS3-1

  • BI-ESS3-2.

    Evaluate competing design solutions for developing, managing, and utilizing energy and mineral resources based on cost-benefit ratios.BI-ESS3-2

  • BI-ESS3-3.

    Create a computational simulation to illustrate the relationships among management of natural resources, the sustainability of human populations, and biodiversity.BI-ESS3-3

  • BI-ESS3-4.

    Evaluate or refine a technological solution that reduces impacts of human activities on natural systems.BI-ESS3-4

  • BI-ESS3-6.

    Use a computational representation to illustrate the relationships among Earth systems and how those relationships are being modified due to human activity.BI-ESS3-6

  • BI7-ETS1-1.

    Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.BI7-ETS1-1

  • BI7-ETS1-4.

    Use a computer simulation to model the impact of proposed solutions to a complex real-world problem with numerous criteria and constraints on interactions within and between systems relevant to the problem.BI7-ETS1-4

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2018
Where can I read the official document?
Arkansas Science Standards: Biology - Integrated

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