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Photosynthesis Investigation Lab ResourcePhotosynthesis Investigation Lab Resource
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10th - 12th
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Photosynthesis Investigation

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Can scientists increase the rate of photosynthesis to help clean the air? Scholars complete an experiment determining net photosynthesis. Then, they apply knowledge from the activity to design their own investigations of the factors that impact photosynthesis.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

photosynthesis, cellular respiration

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Use the lesson after "Using Models to Understand Photosynthesis" and “Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration – Understanding the Basics of Bioenergeticsand Biosynthesis”

Classroom Considerations

  • Relies on prior knowledge of photosynthesis, cellular respiration, and ATP
  • Lesson designed and based on the AP Biology Labs expected by the College Board

Pros

  • Includes hands-on experiments and investigations
  • Offers teacher suggestions to ensure success throughout
  • Provides a video of the proper setup for the initial experiment to clarify the instructions

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.9-10.3 RST.9-10.4 RST.9-10.7 RST.9-10.8 RST.9-10.9 RST.11-12.3 RST.11-12.4 RST.11-12.7 RST.11-12.8 RST.11-12.9

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