Algae Beads - Introduction to Photosynthesis and Respiration

Name: Algae Beads - Introduction to Photosynthesis and Respiration
Brand: Algae Research Supply
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This lesson introduces the basic requirements for life, trophic strategies, chloroplasts, mitochondria, and the relationship between photosynthesis and respiration. Students compare organelles, trace carbon through ecosystems, and build foundational understanding for later algae bead investigations.

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Grade Level: Middle School, High School, College/University

Estimated Duration: 1 hour

NGSS Standards: HS-LS1-5, HS-LS1-6, HS-LS1-7, HS-LS2-5, SEP Planning and Carrying Out Investigations, SEP Analyzing and Interpreting Data, SEP Constructing Explanations, CCC Cause and Effect, CCC Energy and Matter, CCC Systems and System Models

Education Topic: Photosynthesis, Cellular Respiration, Chloroplasts, Mitochondria

AP Biology: AP Bio 3.5, AP Bio 3.6, AP Bio 3.7, AP Bio 3.8, AP Bio SP1, AP Bio SP2, AP Bio SP4, AP Bio SP5, AP Bio SP6

IB Biology: IB Bio 1.4, IB Bio 2.8, IB Bio 2.9

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