Let the Sun Shine In

CELLS TO ORGANISMS STORYLINE THREE

The experimental biodome at the Academy has malfunctioned, leaving the plants and animals without sunlight for days! Investigate the effects of this lack of sunlight and learn about how plants use sunlight to create their own food.

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NGSS Alignment

This storyline aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards at MS-LS3-1.

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Real World Connections

This storyline closely examines the phenomenon of photosynthesis.

Storyline Walkthrough Overview

Eternal Darkness

Players investigate the immediate effects that the lack of sunlight has had on plants and animals. Predictably, affected plants are wilted and unhealthy, but why are some of the animals acting lethargic as well?

The Green Stuff

Players examine how plants convert carbon dioxide into energy, and count the molecules in the chemical reaction to understand how no matter is truly lost.

Save the Animals!

After investigating the biodome facility error, students determine what ought to be done for the good of the plants and animals housed inside.

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