Describe how genetic material is organized within the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. Explain the significance of chromosome number in somatic cells. Describe the stages of the cell c... Describe how genetic material is organized within the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. Explain the significance of chromosome number in somatic cells. Describe the stages of the cell cycle. Describe the functions of mitosis and cytokinesis. Identify and describe the mitotic phases. Describe differences in cytokinesis for plant and animal cells. Describe somatic cell division using specific terminology. Recognize that meiosis occurs in germ cells. Explain the significance of chromosome number in gametes. Identify and describe the phases of meiosis I and II. Describe gametic cell division using specific terminology. Describe the ways in which meiosis contributes to genetic variation. Compare the processes of mitosis and meiosis. Describe and compare the processes of oogenesis and spermatogenesis using specific terminology. Compare sperm and egg. Explain the human life cycle. Analyze the life cycle of a flowering plant and explain its structure and dynamics. Identify human sperm producing reproductive structures and describe their functions. Describe the path sperm travels through the human sperm producing reproductive system. Identify human egg producing reproductive structures and describe their functions. Describe the path an egg travels through the human egg producing reproductive system. Identify reproductive hormones and describe their function in reproductive systems. Explain how hormone feedback mechanisms regulate the reproductive system and the menstrual cycle. Explain the ovarian and uterine cycles. Analyze blood hormone data to infer associated physiological events in reproductive system. Identify and describe the stages, processes, structures, and key events occurring during embryonic development. Identify stages and key events in fetal growth and refinement. Explain the positive feedback mechanisms controlling lactation. Describe the effects of teratogens on embryonic and fetal development. Identify causes of infertility and sterility in humans. Describe reproductive technologies to enhance the ability to conceive. Describe reproductive technologies to prevent conception. Discuss the risks and benefits to society of reproductive technology use. Debate ethical and moral questions that arise from reproductive technology use. Debate the merits of funding research to enhance conception versus controlling human population growth. Read more