In this lab, we will learn about the structure and function of plants, and how plants are useful in our everyday lives.
Download the labs!
Student Version
Student Advanced Version
Recommended Prerequisites:
None!
Key Concepts:
- Plants have been on Earth for hundreds of millions of years!
- Most plants are made up of roots, stems, leaves, which are important for plant growth, and flowers and fruits, which are part of the plant reproductive system.
- We use plants in almost every aspect of our lives, including food, clothing, medicine, and more.
- Plants have different adaptations to help them to survive in different environments.
Materials:
-
A computer with internet access
-
Flowers (at least 3 kinds)
-
Dried lima beans
-
Soaked lima beans (16-24 hours in water)
-
Hand lens / magnifying glass
-
Paper plates or paper towels (one per student)
-
Fruits / vegetables (artichoke, broccoli, etc – number / variety is flexible)
-
Plastic knives (one per student)
-
Optional: Venus flytrap, seed burrs, maple seed “helicopters” (see what you can find)