In this unit we will be investigating how the metabolic processes in cells.  We will study the role that enzymes play within cells and the two major metabolic reactions in cells cellular respiration and photosynthesis.  We will work to address the following enduring understands from AP Biology curriculum:

• 2.A: Growth, reproduction and maintenance of the organization of living systems require free energy and matter.
• 4.B: Competition and cooperation are important aspects of biological systems.

The specific essential knowledges and learning objectives for this unit are outlined here.