Unit Award Scheme

shown knowledge of

1. the sun as the source of energy for living organisms

2. how glucose is used by the plant

3. plants as producers

demonstrated the ability to

4. state the word equation for photosynthesis and label the reactants and products

5. break down the word photosynthesis into ‘photo’ and ‘synthesis’ to help demonstrate its meaning

6. prepare and deliver a presentation, video or audio clip on the importance of plants

7. plan and carry out an investigation on the rate of photosynthesis in pond weed

experienced

8. observing plant growth, either from planting a bean and waiting for it to grow or watching a stop frame video of a plant growing.