Watch the video and complete the data to explore energy basics.
Biology Alignment Guide
Summary
This guide offers a collection of biology lessons and activities designed for teachers. It provides a quick look at various resources, from hands-on labs and engaging activities to videos and data sets, all aligned with core life science concepts. The content focuses on energy transformations, ecosystems, and environmental impacts, providing practical and ready-to-use materials to enrich a classroom curriculum.
Resources
Introduction to Indoor Air Pollution - Switch On
Use the complete lesson to understand sources and biological impacts of indoor air pollutants.
Introduction to Environmental Impacts
Explore cause-and-effect relationships of biological and ecological impacts.
Understanding Energy Transformations
Use the flow chart activity to understand how energy changes from light energy into stored chemical energy.
Energy Sources Activity Stations
Analyze the pros and cons of different energy sources, taking into account their biological and ecological impacts.
Cleaning Up an Oil Spill: Investigative Lab
Design and test oil spill cleanup methods in a hands-on lab, applying engineering principles to minimize environmental impact. Could be extended with a lesson on bioremediation.
Thermal Transfer Investigative Lab
Explore the flow of energy and heat transfer through this investigative lab.
Science of Coal
Complete the Extended Reading and comprehension questions to explore how coal forms and its environmental effects.
Science of Energy Storage
Complete the Reading to explore how energy is stored and discuss how chemical reactions and electric charge enable storage.
Science of Electricity
Complete the Extended Reading and discuss how electromagnetic induction enables energy transfer through the grid.
Science of Solar
Explore solar energy conversion by investigating how light energy transforms into usable electricity.
Measurements and Conversions
Use hands-on practice to build measurement and unit conversion skills.
Developing Media Literacy - Mini-Unit
Introduce students to the fundamentals of media literacy through the lens of researching energy topics.