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The Respiratory and Urinary System
For this body systems worksheet, students read information about the processes involved in the respiratory and urinary systems. Students then answer 1 short answer and 2 multiple choice questions.
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Respiratory System
Students analyze the function of the lungs. In this lesson about the Respiratory System, students explore breathing and the movement of air through the lungs. Students perform an 4 part experiment to observe what it might look like for...
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The Magnificent Breathing Machine
Young scholars discover their magnificent breathing machine. In this science lesson plan, students learn the functions of the lungs in our bodies and become aware that in breathing an exchange of gases takes place in the lungs.
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Marvelous Mammals- Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Worksheets
In this mammals non-fiction reading comprehension worksheet, 3rd graders read a one page selection about the characteristics of mammals. They answer 10 questions based on the reading including true and false, short answer, and multiple...
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How Might Radon Affect Me?
Young scholars participate in an experiment in which they discover the relationship between the lungs and radon. They identify the helpful and harmful aspects of radiation. They also research any illnesses related to exposure to radon gas.
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CO2 Blow Out!
Fifth graders determine that carbon dioxide is a gas given off during respiration and that oxygent is the gas that is absorbed during respiration. They determine the air capacity of the lungs.
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Light Microscopes
Seventh graders study the parts of a light microscope, and its proper use. They identify each part and explain why it is important to know how to use this tool. They practice observing newsprint on a wet mount slide.
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Mechanism of Our Eyes
Students study the eye as the organ of vision, They look at a drawing of the eyes and study the names of the parts. While working with a partner, they observe what happens when the lights are turned lower and lower. Finally, they look at...
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The Microscope
In this microscope lesson plan learners explore the compound light microscope. Students discover techniques concerning cleaning, storage and proper use of the microscope. Learners discover the working parts of the compound light...
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Balloon Lungs
Students study the function of lungs. In this lung function lesson, students complete an experiment using balloons to study the way lungs work. Students study a diagram of their lungs and make a hypothesis for their lung capacity...
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Words For Playing Silent Scrabble
In this literacy worksheet, students work to create a game board to use the words on this list. They should practice reading and spelling them.
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Microscope Mania Quiz
Students explore the parts of the microscope. In this microscope lesson students are given a quiz on the parts of a microscope.
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Microscope Basics
Students examine a microscope and learn its parts. In this microscope lesson students study the different parts of the microscope and see the differences in the adjustments then make their own wet slide.
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Diaphragm Description
A post from 'Vocalist' written by Lloyd Hanson, a professor of voice, explaining the diaphragm muscle system.
Inner Body
Innerbody: Diaphragm
This site from Innerbody.com has an illustration as well as detailed text explaining the function of the Diaphragm. See Images - Diaphragm and Descriptions - Diaphragm
Science Struck
Science Struck: Piston Pump vs. Diaphragm Pump
Learn the difference between a piston pump and a diaphragm pump, both of which are positive displacement pumps. Includes chart listing characteristics for each, their different types, and their advantages and disadvantages.
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Footprints Science: Breathing
This animation illustrates how the diaphragm and muscles around the rib cage work to facilitate inhaling and exhaling.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Polluted Air = Polluted Lungs
To gain a better understanding of the roles and functions of components of the human respiratory system and our need for clean air, students construct model lungs that include a diaphragm and chest cavity. They see how air moving in and...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Breathe In, Breathe Out
Students are introduced to the respiratory system, the lungs and air. They learn about how the lungs and diaphragm work, how air pollution affects lungs and respiratory functions, some widespread respiratory problems, and how engineers...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Do the Lungs Work?
When you breathe, you transport oxygen to the body's cells to keep them working, while also clearing your system of the carbon dioxide that this work generates. How do we accomplish this crucial and complex task without even thinking...
BioEd Online
Bio Ed Online: Respiratory System
In the following lessons for k-5 learners are introduced to the structures within the human respiratory system.
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National Emphysema Foundation
This site has detailed information on emphysema and other Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases (COPD), such as chronic bronchitis.
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Breathing Exercises
Everything you could want to know about breathing is here. Excellent visuals of anatomy. Links to articles and related resource materials. Discussion forum.
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Inside the Human Body: The Respiratory System
This site has respiratory system activities and learning games for students at all grade levels.
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