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Biology

Chapter 7: 10-14 Photosynthesis - The Calvin Cycle and CAM Pathways

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Homework

Biology Homework Chapter 7: Photosynthesis - the Calvin Cycle and CAM Pathways

Homework

Reading Preparation

Textbook assignment: Chapter 7: Photosynthesis: Using Light to Make Food, sections 10-14.

Study Notes

Web Lecture

Read the following weblecture before chat: Dark Reactions

Take notes on any questions you have, and be prepared to discuss the lecture in chat.

Study Activity

Perform the study activity below:

Use the OLABS Importance of Light in Photosynthesis lab simulation to explore how the amount of light changes the rate of photosynthesis.

  • Read the theory tab.
  • Read the lab procedure tab on how the simulator works.
  • Watch the animation so that you understand the procedure.
  • Use the simulator to run the experiment several times. Change only one factor at a time, but record how many bubbles are produced for 30-second or one-minute intervals if you
    • Change the wattage on the light.
    • Change the distance between the plant and the light.
    • Change the color filters on the light.

Is it possible to have too much light? Is one color filter better than another? How can you explain your results?

Optional Website: There is a more detailed discussion of the Calvin Cycle reactions in J. Kimball's biology pages, and another good summary of the individual dark reactions produced by Academic Television Services.

Chat Preparation Activities

Chapter Quiz

Lab Work

Read through the lab for this week; bring questions to chat on any aspect of the lab, whether you intend not perform it or not. If you decide to perform the lab, be sure to submit your report by the posted due date.