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SMI6Prokaryotic Growth Control

Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to determine parameters affecting prokaryotic microbial growth, ways of controlling microbial growth and how microorganisms respond to control mechanisms.

Appears in: Science, High School

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Expectations

  • SMI6.a

    Use mathematics and computational thinking to predict and model the growth phases of microbial populations and the factors that influence these phases.

  • SMI6.b

    Construct an argument based on evidence on how nutritional requirements and environmental factors can influence microbial growth.

  • SMI6.c

    Analyze and interpret data to compare various physical and chemical methods used to control microbial growth. (Clarification statement: “Control” should include increasing, decreasing, and/or preventing the growth of microorganisms.)

  • SMI6.d

    Construct an argument using multiple forms of evidence regarding the modes of actions of antimicrobials (antibiotics, antifungals, and other pharmaceuticals) in preventing the growth of microorganisms.

  • SMI6.e

    Ask questions and define problems related to how the use of antimicrobials influences the evolution of resistant pathogens via genetic changes in the population (e.g., the evolution of multi-drug resistant bacteria, treatment resistant HIV, or viral recombination).

Georgia Milestones coverage

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Source: Georgia Standards of Excellence, published by the Georgia Department of Education at case.georgiastandards.org.