The learner explores the structure and function of the nucleic acids and enzymes important to the process of synthesizing proteins.

Learners compare a variety of prokaryotes and eukaryotes to determine similarities and differences among and between them.

Given examples, students will recognize the importance of taxonomy to the scientific community.

Given illustrations or descriptions, students will determine the classification of organisms into domains and kingdoms.

Given illustrations, students will analyze the flow of matter and energy in food chains, food webs, and ecological pyramids.