1. Investigation Using the Scientific Method Biology Case Study: Cell Phones & Cancer

2. Instructions A case study is - n. A detailed analysis of a person or group, especially as a model of medical, psychiatric, psychological, or social phenomena. 1. Read the case study. It’s a good idea to take notes. 2. You will have questions that follow thecase study. 3. Write your answers in your binder in the “classwork” section. 4. We will discuss on Today’s Meet. Your participation on Today’s Meet is YOUR grade. Thoughtful, intelligent feedback is required!

3. Cell Phones & Cancer We live in a society where we feel that we cannot live without our mobile devices. Letter writing, and even snail mail have become obsolete. Communication from person to person relies HEAVILY on mobile phones—BUT ARE they killing us??? Read this case study and answer the questions on the next slide in your notebook. CLICK or COPY & PASTE the link below. http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/Risk/cellphones

4. Cell Phones & Cancer Case Study Questions 1. Do you think cell phone use is hazardous to human health? Where’d you find this info (always back up your research 2. What is radio frequency? 3. What factors are considered when conducting this type of research? For example (age, weight, race, diet..). Where did you find this? 4. Based on the information you have read. Do you intend to continue to use cellular phones? Or will you limit your use? Or will you discontinue use? WHY?? 5. If cell phones do cause cancer, what can we do to limit our risk of exposure? 6. Read Section 4. Tell me the findings from 3-4 research studies. What were their findings? Do you trust their research? Why or Why not?