Georgia standard · Science

`SMI2`Microorganism Classification

Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to differentiate among types of microorganisms based on defining characteristics.

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Expectations

SMI2.a
Develop and use models to distinguish between different kinds of microorganisms (Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes) based on cellular structure (including but not limited to, cell wall, cell membrane, organelles, cilia, and flagella), molecular biology (plasmids, DNA, RNA and proteins), and biochemical composition (lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates).
SMI2.b
Construct explanations of how viruses differ from other cellular parasites.
SMI2.c
Construct explanations for the relative sizes and different types of cell shapes of microorganisms.
SMI2.d
Plan and carry out investigations to explore various methods used to visualize microorganisms.

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