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Energy in Ecosystems

Lesson 2 - Photosynthesis

Learning Intentions:

Starter

Lets see what you can remember from the cells unit! Draw and label a plant cell

Why do trees get so big?

We know that plants make their own food but how can they get so big?

In the 16th century a scientist named Jean Baptiste Von Helmont tried to work it out.

  1. Do you agree with Von Helmont?
  2. Can you think of any other explanations for his results?

Discussion - Photosynthesis

This is what some pupils in another class thought:

Instructions

In groups, discuss each of the statements and think about the questions and the information on the cards.

After you have talked about the questions and information try to come up with a summary of your groups' thoughts to share with the rest of the class.

Notes - Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis is the process in which green plants make their own food.

They need carbon dioxide, water and sunlight to make this happen.

Notes - Raw materials and products

Raw materials are the things needed for photosynthesis to happen. The raw materials for photosynthesis are.......

Products are the things made during photosynthesis. The products of photosynthesis are........