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California Academy of Sciences: Modeling Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

In this kinesthetic model, students will learn that plants need carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight to carry out photosynthesis.

Using ping pong balls and egg cartons, they will simulate the production of sugar molecules to store energy (photosynthesis), and then break apart these molecules to acquire energy (cellular respiration). This active simulation makes it easier to remember both processes!

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Biology, Botany
K-6, Middle School, High School, Educator
5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade

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California Academy of Sciences: Modeling Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

In this kinesthetic model, students will learn that plants need carbon dioxide, water, and sunlight to carry out photosynthesis.

Using ping pong balls and egg cartons, they will simulate the production of sugar molecules to store energy (photosynthesis), and then break apart these molecules to acquire energy (cellular respiration). This active simulation makes it easier to remember both processes!

Attached Files

Science Topics
Biology, Botany
K-6, Middle School, High School, Educator
5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade

What are you looking for?

Organization

California Academy of Sciences

Website URL

Type of Resource

Lesson Plan
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