Photosynthesis: Unit Plan

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Photosynthesis: Unit Plan

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In this series of eight lessons, students will learn about the light reactions of photosynthesis, the physical plant characteristics and their functions, and the role of energy in the metabolic processes in plants. They will also apply their knowledge to the topics of world deforestation and global warming.

Education Levels:

9, 10, 11, 12

Subject:

Ecology, Biology, Botany

Resource Type:

Unit of instruction

Fee Status:

Free

Online provider:

Virginia Tech

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Keywords:

Plants, Energy, Global warming, Deforestation, Sunlight, Chloroplasts, Photosynthesis

Mediator:

Secondary school teachers

Publisher:

Virginia Tech

Contributor:

Dayna Wilhelm

Is Part Of:

http://filebox.vt.edu

Language:

English

Subjects/Topics

P21 Subject:

Science

Learning Outcomes:

Conforms To

Science Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools (2003)

Biology

BIO.1 The student will plan and conduct investigations in which

a) observations of living organisms are recorded in the lab and in the field

Conforms To

Science Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools (2003)

Biology

BIO.2 The student will investigate and understand the history of biological concepts. Key concepts include

e) the collaborative efforts of scientists, past and present

Conforms To

Science Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools (2003)

Biology

BIO.1 The student will plan and conduct investigations in which

m) a scientific viewpoint is constructed and defended (the nature of science)

Conforms To

Science Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools (2010)

Biology

BIO.1 The student will demonstrate an understanding of scientific reasoning, logic, and the nature of science by planning and conducting investigations in which

h) chemicals and equipment are used in a safe manner;

Conforms To

Science Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools (2003)

Biology

BIO.3 The student will investigate and understand the chemical and biochemical principles essential for life. Key concepts include

d) the capture, storage, transformation, and flow of energy through the processes of photosynthesis and respiration

Conforms To

Science Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools (2010)

Biology

BIO.1 The student will demonstrate an understanding of scientific reasoning, logic, and the nature of science by planning and conducting investigations in which

e) conclusions are formed based on recorded quantitative and qualitative data;

Conforms To

South Carolina Science Academic Standards (2005)

Biology 1

II. Biology

E. Matter, Energy and Organization in Living Systems

1. The energy for life primarily derives from the sun. Plants capture energy by absorbing light and using it to form strong (covalent) chemical bonds between the atoms of carbon-containing (organic) molecules. These molecules can be used to assemble larger molecules with biological activity (including proteins, DNA, sugars, and fats). In addition, the energy stored in bonds between the atoms (chemical energy) can be used as sources of energy for life processes.

Conforms To

Science Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools (2010)

Biology

BIO.1 The student will demonstrate an understanding of scientific reasoning, logic, and the nature of science by planning and conducting investigations in which

b) hypotheses are formulated based on direct observations and information from scientific literature;

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