The Energy Molecule and Cellular Respiration
Cellular respiration is the process in which cells generate the energy molecule ATP.
We started the lesson with an experiment demonstrating this process. Yeast and sugar were mixed together in a cup, and then some of this solution was added to a vial with a balloon attached. The students discussed their observations and how each step of cellular respiration was contributing to each observation. The students then learned about the electron transport chain through a video breaking down each step in the respiratory chain. We ended with a final experiment to visualize the ETC in action, and will finish this discussion next lesson.
As a note, please make sure to have all necessary ingredients (including the fruits) for our next lesson on 06/07.