Week: 19
Topic: Blood and Lymph
Objectives:
Describe the components of blood.
Explain what determines the type of blood that a person can receive in a transfusion.
Name the structure and functions of the lymphatic system.
Essential Question:
How are blood cells like automobiles?
Key Terms:
plasma
red & white blood cells
hemoglobin
platelets
lymphatic system
lymph
lymph nodes
This week the kids will compare the difference between blood and lymph. They will look at the make-up of blood and the many functions it carries out. Our lab in this unit will simulate blood typing according to antigens located on the surface of the red blood cell. Finally, we will look at how the circulatory and lymphatic systems work in conjunction with each other.
Differentiation:
Observing
Using the microscope
Creating data tables
Identifying
Data analysis
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