Life Sciences 11 focuses on understanding the diversity of living organisms. This continues from the biology curriculum of Science 10 by relating your understanding of DNA and inheritance to the concept of evolution, and also includes aspects of Science 9 such as methods of reproduction.  Evolution then becomes the framework for investigating the anatomy and function of the major groups of organisms, including bacteria, viruses, plants, fungi, and animals.  Students will complete laboratory activities that teach scientific thinking skills while reinforcing concepts from the curriculum.