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Reflection
8.SI1.1 Explain how you tell if resources for your project are reliable. (Websites, books, newspapers, magazines, etc.)(Reliability can be determined by currency, credibility, authority, etc. depending on the curriculum topic)
The resources I used for my project were reliable because of currency, and I used the same source for the entire project. For my project I used NC Wise Owl Britannica Encyclopedia. The information in this online encyclopedia is kept updated and accurate. Encyclopedias are generally more reliable than a website.
8.SI.1.2 How were the websites and information relevant for your project?
The websites and information I found was relevant for my project because all the information was good information related to my topic. My topic was bacteria & viruses and which is more deadly. Based on my topic, I found reliable information that supported my topic and proved that my topic was true.
8.SI.1.3 How do you evaluate resources for point of view, bias, values, or intent of information?
When evaluating resources for point of view or bias, you have to consider what type of resource it it. For example, if using a blog or advertisement, bias is a big part of the information your reading. This information is less reliable because when reading this the intent of information is usually to persuade you. I used an encyclopedia whose information has no bias, and its intent of information is pure fact.
8.RP.1.1 How did you work on the project with other students. How are they involved with your project?
When working on this project I sat with a group of people, the group created a sense of unity. When one person would find a good website or piece of information they would share it. Also, when someone needed help the group would be there to help them. I also did a few peer edits in which I read someones paper, they read mine, and we would check that each others paper had all the necessary information.
8.RP.1.2 How did you work on the project independently.(by yourself)
I worked on the good majority of this project independently. I wrote the entire article by myself using the information I found on my own. I wrote everything that the voki said also.
8.SE.1.1 Explain ethical behavior (copyright, not plagiarizing, netiquette) when using resources. How did you use resources and use them correctly, so that you didn't violate any copyright laws?
When I used resources I didn't copy and paste the information. I rewrote the information in my own words, and then cited the source. When using a picture I cited the source that I got the picture from.
8.SE.1.2 How do you use safety precautions when using online resources (person information, passwords, etc.) What precautions did you take to protect you and your work when using the computers and online resources?
When using the computer I had an account that no one knew the password to except me and my teacher. Other people may have used the same computer, but none of them could access my work and information. When using the wikispace I had a unique user name and password that only me and my teacher knew. No one could change the information on my wikispace or my computer.
8.TT.1.1 What technology did you use to complete the project? (computer, websites, wiki, etc.)
To complete my project I used a netbook to write down all my information and access the internet. I used NC Wise Owl Britannica to find all of my information and pictures. Finally, I used the wiki to post all my information.

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Restatement of Subtopic #2
Restatement of Subtopic #3
The Deadly Debate(Dirty Copy)
Introduction: In 1918 a new form of type A influenza, Spanish influenza, spread rapidly. It killed 20 million people in a few short months.Thesis Statement: So which is more deadly, viruses or bacteria? I believe viruses are more deadly.
Supporting Subtopic #1- Viruses are considered to be nonliving.
Supporting Subtopic #2- Viruses are small and change rapidly.
Supporting Subtopic #3- One virus causes influenza
Subtopic #1- Viruses are considered to be nonliving.
Supporting Evidence #1- Viruses are considered to be nonliving.
Supporting Evidence #2- Viruses are unable to reproduce and function on its own. So it invades the cell and uses it to reproduce and function
Supporting Evidence #3- When viruses reproduce inside the cell using the Lytic Cycle it kills the cell.
Subtopic #2- Viruses are small and change rapidly.
Supporting Evidence #1- When a virus changes its affect on living things can also change.
Supporting Evidence #2- Since viruses are so small and change so quickly scientists do not know how many types of viruses exist.
Supporting Evidence #3- The fact that viruses change quickly make them difficult to treat.
Subtopic #3- One virus causes influenza
Supporting Evidence #1- There are 3 types of influenza A, B, and C.
Supporting Evidence #2- New forms of type A influenza arise all throughout the world.
Supporting Evidence #3- In 1918 Spanish influenza killed 20 million people in a few short months.
Rebuttal(Optional)- Bacteria could be more deadly with viruses
Supporting Evidence #1- Pathogenic bacteria may enter the body in a variety of ways, such as through the mouth or through cuts in the skin.
Supporting Evidence #2- If bacteria multiply sufficiently they can cause an infection. The infection may be caused by the bacteria themselves, or by the toxins they produce.
Supporting Evidence #3- Some bacteria can form structures called spores. Can withstand extremely harsh conditions, including boiling water, extreme cold, and exposure to many chemical disinfectants. This could make them harder to kill.
Conclusion(Restatement of your thesis)- So which is more deadly, viruses or bacteria? I believe viruses are more deadly.
Restatement of Subtopic #1- Viruses are considered to be nonliving.
Restatement of Subtopic #2- Viruses are small and change rapidly.
Restatement of Subtopic #3- One virus causes influenza.
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{http://media.web.britannica.com/eb-media/06/62706-004-CF42D47B.gif} Art:The nucleic acid core of an influenza virus is surrounded by a protective protein coat called a capsid. Spikelike structures on the envelope help the virus penetrate a cell wall. Such influenza viruses can measure from 0.08 to 0.12 micron in diameter.
Influenza Virus
In 1918, twenty million people died in just a few short months. Cause of death: “La Grippe” or spanish influenza, a form of type A influenza caused by viruses. This is one of the most destructive outbreaks of disease ever recorded.
{http://media.web.britannica.com/eb-media/11/90111-004-1C9F7FB0.jpg} Photograph:Most bacteria are so small that they can only be seen by using a microscope. This bacteria sample has been magnified 2,000 times.
Bacteria
Although research concludes that viruses are more deadly than bacteria. Studies have shown that bacteria could be just as deadly. The question is, how could bacteria possibly be more deadly than viruses?
{http://media.web.britannica.com/eb-media/17/95417-034-34ECC2D5.jpg} Art:The process by which a virus invades a cell and reproduces.
The Lytic CycleThe virus then
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Transmitted by humans, and animals
Works Cited(Resources Used)
Works Cited
Allen, Katy Z. "Bacteria, Viruses, and Disease." North Carolina 8th Grade Holt Science & Technology. Ed. Leigh A. Garcia. Austin, TX: Holt, Rinehart, and Winston, 2005. 606-635., . . Print.
bacteria." Compton's by Britannica. Encyclop�dia Britannica Online School Edition.
<http://www.school.eb.com/comptons/article-197141>.
bacteria. Photograph. Encyclopedia Britannica. Web. 13 Feb. 2012. <http://www.school.eb.com/comptons/art-76499>.
Mar. 2012.<http://www.school.eb.com/comptons/article-198232>.
Chloramphenicol." Compton's by Britannica. Encyclop�dia Britannica Online School Edition.Encyclop�dia Britannica, Inc., 2012. Web. 23 Jan. 2012.<http://www.school.eb.com/comptons/article-9319586>.
influenza." Compton's by Britannica. Encyclop�dia Britannica Online School Edition.