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Biology

LS1-5 Photosynthesis

       Light to chemical energy

Phenomenon #1

Animals that photosynthesize

How strange is that? Why would it be useful for you to photosynthesize?

What are the disadvantages?

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Phenomenon #2

Elements of Photosynthesis Natural Ways

Which are the expected elements? Which did you find surprising?

HS-LS1-5.    Use a model to illustrate how photosynthesis transforms light energy into stored chemical energy. [Clarification Statement: Emphasis is on illustrating inputs and outputs of matter and the transfer and transformation of energy in photosynthesis by plants and other photosynthesizing organisms. Examples of models could include diagrams, chemical equations, and conceptual models.] [Assessment Boundary: Assessment does not include specific biochemical steps.]

Prior Knowledge/Preview

Introduction to Photosynthesis FT Exploring

Summary video Texas Gateway

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Inquiry science
       Printable activity
Energy for Life Go To Lesson 4.1, 4.2 CK-12
       On-line activity

Photosynthesis Inquiry activity Lumen Learning

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LAB experiments
       Lab #1 Plants making food NSF
       Lab #2 How plants grow NSF
       Lab #3 Leaf disk activity Cornell Institute of Biology Teachers
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Aerospace CONNECTIONS:
Can Photosynthesis Occur on Saturn? NASA
Plants in Space NASA
Applications and examples
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EXTENSION material for the curious
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