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Carbon Cycle Lab- Photosynthesis and Respiration

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Amazing lab that allowed students to have hands-on experience with the difference between photosynthesis and cellular respiration.
I used this with my 8th graders and it was a blast! There was some initial confusion on my end about setting up the controls, but it got worked out in the end. Will definitely use this lab again in the future.
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Description

This is a fool-proof lab to demonstrate photosynthesis and respiration in aquatic plants. This lab works great when teaching about the carbon cycle as well. In this lab students will learn that plants only do photosynthesis in the light and in the dark cellular respiration occurs.

Materials needed (per group): 4 test tubes with lids or parafilm, water, bromothymol blue, straw, elodea or other aquatic plant, test tube rack, aluminum foil, light source, and a goldfish is optional for an extension activity.

This is a 2 day lab. The first day students will come up with an experimental design and set up their lab, and the following day they will look at their results and make conclusions. With guidance this lab is also great for ELL and SPED students because the results are so easy to see- a simple color change!

Have questions on how I set up this lab or just want more details? Check out my blog post: http://Sciencelessonsthatrock.com/blog/carbon-cycle-lab-photosynthesis-and-respiration

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NGSSHS-LS2-5
Develop a model to illustrate the role of photosynthesis and cellular respiration in the cycling of carbon among the biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere. Examples of models could include simulations and mathematical models. Assessment does not include the specific chemical steps of photosynthesis and respiration.
NGSSMS-LS1-6
Construct a scientific explanation based on evidence for the role of photosynthesis in the cycling of matter and flow of energy into and out of organisms. Emphasis is on tracing movement of matter and flow of energy. Assessment does not include the biochemical mechanisms of photosynthesis.

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