Course+Descriptions

Biology I (L)
40212 (4021-4022) 40212P Magnet at Adams Biology I provides, through regular laboratory and field investigations, a study of the structures and functions of living organisms and their interactions with their environment. Students will explore the functions and processes of cells, tissues, organs, and systems within various species of living organisms and the roles and interdependencies of organisms within populations, communities, ecosystems, and the biosphere. Students will have opportunities to: (1) gain an understanding of the history of the development of biological knowledge, (2) explore the uses of biology in various careers, and (3) cope with biological questions and problems related to personal needs and social issues. The magnet course at Washington aligns with Integrated Health Sciences I. ** A Core 40 and Academic Honors Diploma Course **

**Biology II, Honors (L)**
40356 (4035-4036)  Biology II provides extended laboratory, field, and literature   investigations into the internal structures, functions, processes of living organisms and the environmental interactions of these organisms. This course refines students’ methods of scientific inquiry and problem resolution. //This Honors level course will include a 40% to 50% laboratory experience. Students in this course will be required to do major long-term inquiry project. //

Biology I  ** A Core 40 and Academic Honors Diploma Course **
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**Biology Advanced Placement (L)**
40334A (4033AP-4034AP) <span style="FONT-FAMILY: Times,Times">
 * This course follows the College Board Entrance Examination guidelines for Advanced Placement Biology.**  [[file:ap07_bio_coursedesc.pdf]]

**Prerequisites:** <span style="FONT-FAMILY: Times,Times"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: Times,Times">Biology I and Chemistry I   ** A Core 40 and Academic Honors Diploma Course **