Thursday, December 4, 2025

4.2 Introduction to Signal Transduction

 


Today's Learning Objective(s):

·       Describe the components of a signal transduction pathway.

·       Describe the role of components of a signal transduction pathway in producing a cellular response.

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Tasks:

1

Quizlet Cell Communication        
Practice the concepts from class this week.

Not for a grade.

 

2

Video: Signaling Pathway

Amoeba Sisters > Cell Signaling

 


Amoeba Sisters > Cell Signaling

 

3

Reading and Note-Taking

9.2 Propagation of the Signal & 9.3 Response to the Signal - Compete the packet.

 

The textbook does not include a section on cell signaling. This is an important topic in unit 4. We will use an online college text called Open Stax AP Biology.

 

9.2 Propagation of the Signal

9.3 Response to the Signal

 

 

4

Poster: Ligands

 

You are assigned a ligand (signal molecule). You will

 

research its properties, identify the signaling mechanism and range, and produce a simple flow chart showing how the signal is produced, transmitted, received, and the cellular response. Due end of the week. 

 

 

See details on the document.

 

 

Homework

📕Read Open Stax 9.3

📺Daily Video 4.2

Quizlet Review

 ✅Poster: Ligands

 ✅Checkpoint Signal Transduction WS

 

Upcoming Assessments

12/11/25 Quiz: Cell Communication

12/16/25 Quiz: Feedback

12/19/25 Quiz: Cell Cycle

12/22/25 Test: Cell Communication & Cell Cycle

 

Calendar Notes

12/24/25 – 1/4/26 Winter Break

1/5/26 School Resumes (unit 5 start)