Solar Energy in the Biosphere

This item is included in the following series/curriculum: Simply Science

Grade Level: Senior High (10-12)-General
Subjects: Biology, Science and Nature
Produced By: Alberta Advanced Education
Year: 1996
Country: Canada
Language: English
Running Time: 27m

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Students explore the effects of light energy on matter and find evidence that light causes chemical reactions in plants. This leads to a discussion of the importance of solar energy in sustaining life and driving weather systems.

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