Unit Award Scheme

116516 PHOTOSYNTHESIS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

shown knowledge of

1the sun as the source of energy for living organismsSummary sheet and/or student completed work
2how glucose is used by the plantSummary sheet and/or student completed work
3plants as producersSummary sheet and/or student completed work

demonstrated the ability to

4state the word equation for photosynthesis and label the reactants and productsStudent completed work
5break down the word photosynthesis into ‘photo’ and ‘synthesis’ to help demonstrate its meaningStudent completed work
6prepare and deliver a presentation, video or audio clip on the importance of plants Student completed work
7plan and carry out an investigation on the rate of photosynthesis in pond weedSummary sheet and/or student completed work

experienced

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

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 3 November 2021Level - Level One