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Watch celery change from green to purple in a video that demonstrates how celery absorbs food coloring to change the color of the leaves. The resource has viewers thinking about the science behind types of water and photosynthesis.
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Instructional Ideas
- Bring the experiment to life by conducting it in the classroom
- Create a vocabulary or sequencing worksheet that learners complete as they watch the video
Classroom Considerations
- Ensure there are no food allergies in the classroom
- Video assumes viewers have a basic understanding of photosynthesis and how plants grow
- Best suited for an upper elementary science class
- Video is included in a series of photosynthesis related videos
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Offers directions and a demonstration for completing the experiment at home or in the classroom
Cons
- Speaker talks very fast
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