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Cool Experiments with Photosynthesis and Ecosystems
lill
@lourestmainx
Community-Level Systems and Genetics
This page expands on the previous content, moving from individual organisms to broader ecological concepts and genetic principles. It begins with an exploration of the carbon cycle, followed by the nitrogen and water cycles, which are crucial for understanding ecosystem functioning.
The curriculum then focuses on investigating ecosystem interactions and human impacts. Students will learn about the various ways organisms interact within their environments and how human activities can affect these delicate balances.
Definition: Ecosystem - A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
The genetics section covers genes and variation, introducing students to the concepts of sexual reproduction and meiosis. The curriculum also addresses sex determination and asexual reproduction, providing a comprehensive view of reproductive strategies in nature.
Highlight: Understanding genetic diagrams is a key skill developed in this section, allowing students to predict inheritance patterns.
Classification and evolution are significant topics, with a focus on natural selection and the evidence supporting evolutionary theory. The page also covers health-related topics, including disease spread, the human immune system, and the development of vaccines and medicines.
Quote: "Nothing in biology makes sense except in the light of evolution." - Theodosius Dobzhansky
The final section of this page addresses global challenges in biology. It includes methods for investigating the distribution and abundance of species, using keys and transects for ecological studies. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of maintaining biodiversity and explores human impacts on ecosystems.
Example: A practical application of this knowledge might involve students conducting a field study to assess the impact of urbanization on local plant diversity using transect methods.
The page concludes with an introduction to advanced biological technologies, such as selective breeding and genetic engineering, setting the stage for discussions on the ethical implications of these practices in medicine and agriculture.
Cell-Level Systems and Organism-Level Systems
This page covers fundamental concepts in biology, focusing on cellular and organismal processes. It begins with an exploration of cells and microscopy techniques, particularly light microscopy. The curriculum then delves into the study of DNA and enzymes, including photosynthesis experimentation and results analysis.
The section on respiration and biological molecules leads into a discussion of plant transport systems and transpiration. Students will have the opportunity to investigate transpiration practically. The page also covers the cell cycle, mitosis, and the importance of cell differentiation and stem cells.
Highlight: The curriculum emphasizes practical investigations, such as exploring enzyme activity and transpiration rates.
The content progresses to larger-scale systems within organisms, including diffusion, active transport, and osmosis. The circulatory system and blood vessels are also covered, providing a comprehensive view of how substances are exchanged within living organisms.
Vocabulary: Transpiration - The process by which water moves through a plant and evaporates from leaves, stems, and flowers.
The nervous system is introduced, along with the concept of hormones and negative feedback mechanisms. Special attention is given to hormonal influence on reproductive processes, including fertility and contraception. The page concludes with a look at how hormones control blood sugar levels.
Example: The menstrual cycle is regulated by a complex interplay of hormones, including estrogen and progesterone, which influence the reproductive system through negative feedback mechanisms.
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This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
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very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
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This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
Cool Experiments with Photosynthesis and Ecosystems
lill
@lourestmainx
This document outlines the contents of a biology curriculum, covering various topics from cell-level systems to global challenges in biology. It provides a comprehensive overview of key biological concepts and processes.
- Cell-level systems: Microscopy, DNA, enzymes, respiration, and photosynthesis
- Organism-level... Show more
Community-Level Systems and Genetics
This page expands on the previous content, moving from individual organisms to broader ecological concepts and genetic principles. It begins with an exploration of the carbon cycle, followed by the nitrogen and water cycles, which are crucial for understanding ecosystem functioning.
The curriculum then focuses on investigating ecosystem interactions and human impacts. Students will learn about the various ways organisms interact within their environments and how human activities can affect these delicate balances.
Definition: Ecosystem - A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
The genetics section covers genes and variation, introducing students to the concepts of sexual reproduction and meiosis. The curriculum also addresses sex determination and asexual reproduction, providing a comprehensive view of reproductive strategies in nature.
Highlight: Understanding genetic diagrams is a key skill developed in this section, allowing students to predict inheritance patterns.
Classification and evolution are significant topics, with a focus on natural selection and the evidence supporting evolutionary theory. The page also covers health-related topics, including disease spread, the human immune system, and the development of vaccines and medicines.
Quote: "Nothing in biology makes sense except in the light of evolution." - Theodosius Dobzhansky
The final section of this page addresses global challenges in biology. It includes methods for investigating the distribution and abundance of species, using keys and transects for ecological studies. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of maintaining biodiversity and explores human impacts on ecosystems.
Example: A practical application of this knowledge might involve students conducting a field study to assess the impact of urbanization on local plant diversity using transect methods.
The page concludes with an introduction to advanced biological technologies, such as selective breeding and genetic engineering, setting the stage for discussions on the ethical implications of these practices in medicine and agriculture.
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Cell-Level Systems and Organism-Level Systems
This page covers fundamental concepts in biology, focusing on cellular and organismal processes. It begins with an exploration of cells and microscopy techniques, particularly light microscopy. The curriculum then delves into the study of DNA and enzymes, including photosynthesis experimentation and results analysis.
The section on respiration and biological molecules leads into a discussion of plant transport systems and transpiration. Students will have the opportunity to investigate transpiration practically. The page also covers the cell cycle, mitosis, and the importance of cell differentiation and stem cells.
Highlight: The curriculum emphasizes practical investigations, such as exploring enzyme activity and transpiration rates.
The content progresses to larger-scale systems within organisms, including diffusion, active transport, and osmosis. The circulatory system and blood vessels are also covered, providing a comprehensive view of how substances are exchanged within living organisms.
Vocabulary: Transpiration - The process by which water moves through a plant and evaporates from leaves, stems, and flowers.
The nervous system is introduced, along with the concept of hormones and negative feedback mechanisms. Special attention is given to hormonal influence on reproductive processes, including fertility and contraception. The page concludes with a look at how hormones control blood sugar levels.
Example: The menstrual cycle is regulated by a complex interplay of hormones, including estrogen and progesterone, which influence the reproductive system through negative feedback mechanisms.
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Is Knowunity really free of charge?
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The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user