Photosynthesis in Plant and Animal Survival

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Objective

I can explain how plants use sunlight to make their own food and why this is important for animals.

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Warm-up video

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Practice

7 questions

1

What three things do plants need to perform photosynthesis?

2

Explain, in your own words, what photosynthesis is.

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Explain how plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to make their own food. What do plants produce during photosynthesis that is important for animals to breathe?

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