Curated OER
De"compost"ition Activity
Students investigate the decomposition process and the parameters which influence the rate at which it occurs. They design a "controlled" experiment by comparing decomposition rates between two compost piles. Analysis questions include...
Curated OER
Organic Chemistry-Understanding Organic Reactions
In this organic reactions instructional activity, high schoolers are given descriptions of the seven types of reaction of organic compounds. They then answer six questions about these reactions.
Curated OER
Describe Environmental Interrelationships
Students describe environmental interrelationships using list of criteria. They are able to explain organism interaction, based on definitions provided. Also, students can use references and worksheets, to describe effects of pollution...
Curated OER
Muscles for Locomotion
In this muscles worksheet, students review the characteristics of the 3 types of muscles: smooth, skeletal, and cardiac. This worksheet has 7 matching and 4 short answer questions.
Curated OER
Biotech in a Bag
Students carry out a series of experiments using self-locking plastic baggies. Each experiment demonstrates a phenomenon or principle of biotechnology.
Curated OER
Kraut Lab
Students explore the process of fermentation through the process of making Sauerkraut. Students use their observational skills and their five senses to create an articulate description of their lab created sauerkraut. They discuss the...
Curated OER
Life's Big Questions: Where Did Life Come From?
Students explore the life forms that live in the hot springs of Yellowstone. They examine how microscopic creatures can survive in these extreme conditions. Students perform experiments to observe growth samples and demonstrate how a...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Anaerobic and Aerobic Respiration
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Do you know why oxygen is so important? Module provides a comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of aerobic and anaerobic respiration and discusses the role...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Anaerobic and Aerobic Respiration
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] A comparison of the advantages of aerobic and anaerobic respiration.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Anaerobic Respiration
Definition and related links for the chemical process anaerobic respiration.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Anaerobic vs Aerobic Respiration
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes aerobic or anaerobic respiration.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: What Is Anaerobic Respiration?
Explains what anaerobic cellular respiration is and how it differs from aerobic respiration. Discusses what this looks like in muscle cells, what the steps are, and the formula for anaerobic respiration.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration and Their Differences
The steps and the chemical equations in aerobic and anaerobic cellular respiration are described as well as the differences between them.
Open Curriculum
Open Curriculum: Anaerobic Respiration
This study information will help you distinguish between obligate aerobes, obligate anaerobes, and facultative anaerobes.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Plix: Anaerobic vs. Aerobic Respiration: Types of Respiration
[Free Registration/Login Required] Fill in the concept map regarding respiration, anaerobic and aerobic, to test your knowledge of the different types. You will need a sign in code to access this media but it is worth it!
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Cellular Respiration
Wikipedia offers a nice overall summary of what cellular respiration is. Discusses the two main steps (glycolysis and pyruvate breakdown), and the two processes involved in the breakdown of pyruvate (aerobic and anaerobic respiration)....
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Cellular Respiration Study Guide
This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for a unit on cellular respiration.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Fermentation
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Tutorial presents an overview of fermentation explaining its benefits. Students will be able to distinguish lactic acid fermentation from alcoholic fermentation and...
Other
University of Cincinnati Clermont: Cellular Respiration and Fermentation
A good general review of aerobic and anaerobic respiration. Good graphics and good embedded vocabulary links.
Other
Sambal's Science Web: Respiration
This concise article defines respiration, aerobic respiration, and anaerobic respiration. The definitions are followed by a short summary of each concept which further differentiates the processes.
Bio Topics
Bio Topics: The Respiration Process
This site provides a brief description of aerobic and anaerobic respiration. In addition, there are several learning exercises to reinforce and check understanding of the concepts presented.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physical Science: Cellular Respiration Reactions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Definition of cellular respiration and its overall chemical equation. The energy changes that occur during cellular respiration, including in photosynthesis.
BBC
Bbc: Gcse Bitesize: Cellular Respiration and Transport
The circulatory system transports substances between the exchange surface and cells. It delivers oxygen and glucose to the tissues for respiration, which is the release of energy to cells.
Estrella Mountain Community College
Estrella Mountain: Cellular Metabolism & Fermentation
This online biology book offers a comprehensive overview of cellular metabolism and fermentation. Content includes a look at glycolysis, anaerobic pathways, and aerobic respiration.