Candy Chemosynthesis

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In this activity, groups of learners work together to create edible models of chemicals involved in autotrophic nutrition. Learners use candy to represent elements involved in the chemical equations for chemosynthesis and photosynthesis. Learners complete a Lab Report based on their findings and understanding of chemosynthesis and photosynthesis. This detailed lesson guide includes background information, additional information for teachers of deaf students, and extensions.

Preparation Time:: Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:: 1 to 2 hours
Estimated Materials Cost:: $5 - $10 per group of students
Age Range:: Ages 14 - 18
Resource Types:: Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan, Model
Language:: English

Materials List (per group of students)

Tablecloths
Napkins
Decorator's icing (or glue)
Soft candies
Toothpicks
Small paper plates
Poster paper
Non-toxic colored markers

Keywords

Subjects

Earth and Space Science
- Earth Processes
  - Volcanoes and Plate Tectonics
  - Geochemical Cycles
- Earth Structure
  - Oceans and Water
Life Sciences
- Cells
- Diversity of Life
  - Plants
  - Animals
  - Viruses and Bacteria
- Ecology
  - Ecosystems
  - Populations
  - Energy Flow and Chemical Cycles
Physical Sciences
- Energy
- Chemistry
  - Chemical Reactions
- Structure and Properties of Matter
  - Elements and Periodic Table
Mathematics
- Algebra
  - Equations and Inequalities
  - Variables and Expressions
- Representation

Informal Categories

Animals
Food and Cooking
Model Building
Nature and Environment

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

see
read
touch

Learning styles supported:

Involves teamwork and communication skills
Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:

See pages 5-6 of PDF

This resource is part of:

NOAA Education Resources: Ocean Floor Features Collection

Access Rights:

Free access

By:

Williams, Kimberly