Photosynthesis: How Plants Make Food
4th Grade•45 minutes•11.A.ECa, 11.A.ECb, 11.A.ECd, 11.A.ECe, 11.A.ECf, 11.A.ECg, 12.B.ECa, 12.B.ECb, 13.B.ECb
Learning Objective
I can describe how plants use sunlight, water, and air to make their own food.
Key Concepts
Photosynthesis is the process that enables green plants, algae, and some bacteria to make their own food.
The word Photosynthesis comes from two words: Photo, which means light, and Synthesis which means to make.
Three elements are required for a plant to perform Photosynthesis: carbon dioxide, water, and light.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 10 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What is the name of the process that plants use to make their own food?
2. Name the three things that a plant needs to perform photosynthesis.
3. What part of the plant absorbs carbon dioxide?
...and 7 more questions
Educational Video
Photosynthesis for Kids | Learn how plants MAKE their own food
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