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Photosynthesis: Intake of Carbon Dioxide - Production of Oxygen Lesson PlanPhotosynthesis: Intake of Carbon Dioxide - Production of Oxygen Lesson Plan
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Photosynthesis: Intake of Carbon Dioxide - Production of Oxygen

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Learners, after a long-term observation of photosynthesis with aquatic plants, assess the benefits of photosynthesis towards all living organisms. They explain in their own words the two cycles within photosynthesis. Guided discussion questions are included within this lab experiment.

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carbon dioxide, oxygen, photosynthesis

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carbon dioxide, oxygen, photosynthesis, science
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
21 days
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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