Friday, September 9, 2016

81 LE Class

Why do you want to take living environment, a high school course, as a middle school student? Do you value your education? Explain
Do you feel that you will be successful in this class? What are 2 goals you have for yourself in this class? Explain
Explain what determination and perseverance means to you. Give examples from your personal experience.

In the event that you become discouraged throughout the year, write a pep talk or motivational speech to yourself that will encourage you to not give up

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Sunday, March 27, 2016

83/4

http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/inheritance/ptc/

Read the link above to read more about the chemical we tasted and tested in class. Answer the following questions on looseleaf; to be collected

  1. How was the taste of PTC discovered?
  2. Why do some people taste PTC and others do not?
  3. What is the other name for the PTC gene?
  4. How can the ability to taste PTC be a survival mechanism?
  5. What are the potential health implications to people who taste PTC? Are their chances of smoking higher or lower? Explain