Content Knowledge: CK 1 .1

COVID-19 learning resources and suggestions for discussing with students.

What exactly are bacteria? What types of bacteria are there? And are they really as bad as people think they are?

Learn about the basics of viruses.

Learn about the important plant functions of photosynthesis, respiration and transpiration

It took several scientists building on each other’s discoveries to come up with Cell Theory - one of the cornerstones of biology.

Learn how chemistry and genetics makes redheads stand out from the crowd.

Plants need to exchange gases and water with their environment as part of photosynthesis. Some plant cells have evolved specifically for this purpose.

Mitosis is an important part of cell division that helps organisms grow and repair themselves.

What are your teeth made up of? What chemistry is at work in your mouth? Why do some people get cavities even if they brush regularly?

How do the green leaves of summer change to vibrant colours in fall? Explore plant pigments in this chromatography activity.

When you cut your finger, your immune system kicks in to protect you from pathogens.

Viruses can make you feel awful! This article explains how feeling bad might be your immune system’s way of helping you heal.

Astronauts can experience bone loss in space. To understand why, you need to know a bit about how bones are formed and maintained in your body.

Learn about the measles virus, its impact and vaccination for prevention of the disease.

Many doctors prescribe antibiotics to cure infections. But should they be prescribing viruses instead?