MS-LS3-2 Evidence Statement. Develop and use a model to describe why asexual reproduction results in offspring with identical genetic information and sexual reproduction results in offspring with genetic variation.
[Clarification Statement: Emphasis is on using models such as Punnett squares, diagrams, and simulations to describe the cause and effect relationship of gene transmission from parent(s) to offspring and resulting genetic variation.]
Resources:
Apple Assessment:
MS-LS3-2 Apple Assessment Student Response Form
MS-LS3-2 Apple Assessment Rubrics
Teacher Guide and Student Work Examples are under development.