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Photosynthesis: How Do Plants Get Energy? Lesson PlanPhotosynthesis: How Do Plants Get Energy? Lesson Plan
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LABScI
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9th - 12th
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Science
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2015
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Photosynthesis: How Do Plants Get Energy?

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Examine the mechanism of photosynthesis through different light scenarios. Pupils vary the amount and type of light exposure on plant leaves in the fifth lesson plan in a 12-part series. Through observation, they determine the rate of photosynthesis under each variation and make conclusions based on their results.

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photosynthesis, plant growth, energy

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science

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  • Use the provided content to create a lecture presentation to teach the concepts prior to the activity
  • Allow your classes design their own experimental variation to add to those outlined in the lab

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  • Requires significant lab setup and specific material preparation

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  • Includes a teacher guide with questioning suggestions 
  • Provides a laboratory variation for advanced pupils

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  • Contains inactive YouTube links due to copyright infringement

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