11/7

This week, we wrapped up our chapter on cells and microscopes and took our second test of the year. In our new chapter, we will focus on processes that allow cells to obtain resources, produce food and energy, and reproduce. This week, we spent time learning about the processes of diffusion, osmosis, and active transport. We did a "Carrot Osmosis Lab," which showed students what happens to baby carrots when they placed in fresh water and salt water solutions. We were able to explain our lab results by recalling the properties of diffusion and osmosis. Next week we will discuss three important cell processes: photosynthesis, cellular respiration, and fermentation.