Today

Journal Entry:

What are the structural components of an enzyme?

Learning Intentions

We will learn how to describe an enzyme and explain how it works within our body.

We will learn the structural components of an enzyme.

We will learn how to visualize enzyme activity in a classroom demonstration.

Closing Task:

You can model the functions of an enzyme in an activity with toothpicks.

Content Standards being covered:

Topic:
ENE-1.D Describe the properties of enzymes
ENE-1.E Explain how enzymes affect the rate of biological reactions.
ENE-1.F Explain how changes to the structure of an enzyme may affect its function.
ENE-1.G Explain how the cellular environment affects enzyme activity.

Scientific Practice:
1.B Explain biological concepts and/or processes
3.C.b and c Identify experimental procedures that are aligned to the question, including identifying and justifying appropriate controls
6.E.c Predict the causes or effects of a change in, or disruption to, one or more components in a biological system based on data.

Habits of Mind/Life skills being covered:

Respond with Wonderment and Awe

Remain Open to Continuous Learning