J.+O'Rourke

Organisms need a way to maintain the genetic makeup of thier species. The product drives the process. || How do organisms maintain themselves? What roles does cell division play in organisms? When would asexual reproduction be favored over sexual reproduction or vice versa? What limits the exchange of genetic information? What happens when the process is broken? || Cancer ||
 * **Topic** || **Enduring Understanding**
 * Overarching Statements** || **Essential Question**
 * Doesn't have one correct answer**
 * is not a yes or no question**
 * forces/ allows multiple responses** || **Performance Assessment** ||
 * The Cellular Basis of Reproduction and Inheritance || Maintenance is essential to an organisms existence.