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Modeling Mitosis

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Interphase: During interphase which is the longest stage, the cell carries out its normal functions like growth and DNA duplication in preparation for mitosis.

 

 

Prophase: The first stage of mitosis. It is when the nucleolus starts to dissolve and disappear, which then allows chromosomes to move freely. Spindle fibers also form within the cell.

 

 

Metaphase: The second stage of mitosis. it is when the chromosomes align in the middle of the cell.

 

 

Anaphase: The third stage of mitosis. It is when the centromere holding the sister chromosomes split, separating them into single chromosomes.

 

 

 

Telophase: The fourth stage of mitosis. It is when the chromosomes reach the sides of the cell and spindle fibers disappear. 2 nuclear membranes then form.

 

 

 

Cytokinesis: The final stage of mitosis: It is when the cell divides in two.

Edible DNA Lab

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What is DNA: DNA is a molecule that has the genetic information needed for the development and function of living organisms. DNA is made out of 4 nucleotides such as adenine (A), guanine (G), cytosine (C), and thymine (T). These nucleotides are arranged in a certain order to determine the functions of an organism. DNA has two strands of nucleotides that are twisted around each other to make a double helix. Hydrogen connects the nucleotides on one strand to their matches on the other strand. Adenine and thymine (A-T) and guanine and cytosine (G-C) are pairs.

What does DNA do: DNA has the genetic information that controls the development and function of an organism. It provides information for the cells of an organism such as eye color, height, hair color, etc. DNA also plays a role in cell division, which happens during mitosis. DNA gives cells information needed to develop an organism.

How easily does DNA copy itself: DNA replicates itself when the cell unwinds the DNA molecule and uses each strand as something to build another strand. It is a very accurate process, that almost can never fail.

What questions do I have: -Why do DNA defects take place? -How many DNA cells are in our bodies?

Answers I found to my questions: -DNA defects usually happen due to abnormal chromosomes. -The human body has 3.2 billion DNA cells

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connections-based Learning — Proposal Post

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CoDesign: The person we connected with is Saul Mwame, who runs a beekeeping business named “Haven Bees”. He currently runs his beekeeping business in Tanzania, but he is yet to run it internationally. Something that interested me about the connection with Saul, would be his determination to do good for his country. He appeared on a broadcast for the UN explaining his plan to improve education for students in Africa. Additionally, Saul presented himself to our class on the Zoom call, and I felt interested in his goal for beekeeping and wondered how our class can help him out. However, a problem I wanted to address about Saul’s business would be the lack of promotion internationally, which may be a challenge for him.

“Nothing can stop me but me. I dream that one day I will establish an aerospace university in my country”

CoOperate: After doing some research on a solution for the problem I addressed, I have found many things that would help Saul expand his business. Firstly, spreading the word to family, friends, and associates, about Saul’s business can be a great help. Social media could be very helpful in raising awareness, as it is accessible to many. Also, hosting workshops or events related to Saul’s beekeeping business can possibly make many want to support him. Lastly, encouraging Saul to sell his beekeeping products internationally could go very well if he is determined to do it.  

CoCreate: As I spent time brainstorming about a solution for the problem, I thought of a few things to promote Saul’s beekeeping business. One of them is to create posters with information about Haven Bees to display across the school. Another one was to use an Instagram account to promote Haven Bees. And lastly, I had an idea to make business cards for Haven Bees and distribute them to local businesses and/or markets that would possibly be interested. The one idea I decided to focus on was making an Instagram account with a group to promote Haven Bees. For this, I would need the skill of teamwork, working with a group that is assigned different tasks. As for materials, all I need is a device which is capable of doing research and posting on social media.

Commemorate: During the process of Connections-based learning, I was able to learn based on my interests, ideas, and experiences, which was one of the things I enjoyed most about the assignment. The process of making connections allowed me to expand my understanding of topics much better. Overall, I think this was a great experience because it allowed me to develop meaningful connections with my learning. As for the process of my post, I think the quality of it is good because I worked hard to add a good amount of information about everything I’ve done and gained knowledge about in this assignment. Lastly, one thing I could’ve improved on would be the quality of the Instagram account to promote Saul’s business. Me and my group could’ve done better with the design and organization of the account, as well as managing it. I’ll keep it in mind to work on these things harder next time.

 

 

 

 

 

Citations:

(https://theirworld.org/news/tanzania-youth-ambassador-wants-to-start-aerospace-university/)

(https://thebeeconservancy.org/10-ways-to-save-the-bees/)

(https://grocycle.com/beekeeping-for-profit/)

(https://www.fisheyemarketing.com/blog/6-marketing-strategies-everyone-in-the-beekeeping-industry-should-do-in-2021)

 

Indigenous Exploration – “Kamloops Indian Residential School”

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Indigenous Exploration – Kamloops Indian Residential School – 

-When creating this assignment, I gained a lot of knowledge about what used to happen in residential schools. At first, I was assigned a group member to do this project with, however, due to a change of plans I had to do it by myself so that changed things up for me a little bit. But going through the research and assignment I started to get a hold of it.
-My path in research was slow at first but then I started to use better and more reliable sources and in the end, I think I got a decent amount of information. 

-This assignment made me use my critical thinking skills, as I did not have much information on the Kamloops Indian Residential school in the past. I underestimated the mistreatment that happened against the Indigenous people, and how many could’ve been affected by what happened. I think doing this assignment changed my mind to think more about the tragedies that occurred and how important they really are. 

Fictional Science Safety Story

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  1. (Safe) 

The lab was about to begin for my science class, and the teacher started giving us test tubes to mix our liquids, and a test tube rack to hold the test tubes safely. I carefully placed the test tubes on the rack and poured in the liquids given to us without rushing to not cause any spills. I noticed the liquids had the ‘Flammable Material’ symbol, so I knew a fire could easily occur. After that, I saw my friend accidentally pour the chemicals all over himself, so I noticed that after people stayed calm and were guiding him to go under the ‘Safety Shower’ so that he could remove any harmful/dangerous substances on him. He stayed under the safety shower until the instructor gave him the signal that he was fine. And in the end, he was clean and safe from any chemical dangers, and he learned from his mistake to not repeat it again. 

 

  1. (Unsafe) 

I was about to begin another lab for my science class, and we were given Erlenmeyer Flasks to transport heat and store substances, and a funnel to make it safer and easier to pour the needed liquids. We were given the liquids needed to do the lab and I saw that one of them had the sign of an exploding bomb (meaning it was an exploding hazard), so I knew that we needed to be extra careful with that one substance. As we were transporting the liquids, I noticed my friend Bob being reckless and unsafe with moving them. I knew that if he kept it up, something bad was going to happen. But Bob, being an unsmart guy, uses a different liquid than what he was supposed to, and a huge flame rose. So instead of getting a fire extinguisher, he decides to pick it up by himself and put it in the sink. In the end, he burned his hand and learned his lesson. 

 

Community Connection

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For my Community Connection assignment, I have chosen to interview Eddie Morante. A hockey coach, and a youth worker who works at Poco Recreation Center.

 

  • The reason I chose to interview Eddie, is because his career as a youth worker really inspires me since it’s always been an interest of mine to be a social worker. To me, it’s not only about having good pay but also about having a job that I can enjoy and work hard for at the same time, so I thought Eddie’s occupation(s) were perfect to interview.
  • A little over half an hour later I got a reply and this is what he said:

  • As you can see above, Eddie helps the youth by coaching them on hockey and personally helping them which is another reason why his career and positions give me inspiratiration for me in the future.
  • Eddie was going through personal issues at a time in his career but he decided to push through and work hard to end up where he is today and that’s why I was inspired and respect him.

  • Above you can see that overall, Eddie is very satisfied and passionate about where he is today and he said that there is nothing he would change about it. I also see that he worked very hard at the beginning of his career so that things could all work for him in the end.
  • Something really important I’ve learned from Eddie is to not be bothered by what people say about you because it’s possible to accomplish great things and you shouldn’t let someone bring you down no matter what. I feel like that’s a great lesson I’ve learned and will definitely take his advice.