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BiologyWise

Biology Wise: Steps of Photosynthesis

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains the two stages of photosynthesis - light reaction and the Calvin Benison cycle - and what happens during each.
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University of Illinois

University of Illinois: Photosynthesis and the Web

For Students 9th - 10th
Page describes Photosynthesis in great detail. Provides an extensive amount of links on all different aspects of photosynthesis. Very thourough.
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Texas A&M University

Texas A&m University: Photosynthesis

For Students 9th - 10th
Page provides background on photosynthetic process as well as factors affecting photosynthesis (page 24).
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Other

Clermont College: Photosynthesis

For Students 9th - 10th
Background information on photosynthesis accompanied by graphics covers leaf and chloroplast anatomy, explanation of reaction phases, and alternative pathways. Terms linked to glossary.
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Photosynthesis

For Students 3rd - 7th
This resource identifies the main parts of the photosynthesis process. Learn more about how sunlight plays in plant growth.
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Other

Southeastern Louisiana University: Photosynthesis

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent site outlines various aspects of photosynthesis, including light properties, pigments, and process. Graphics include absorption spectra for pigments and action spectrum of photosynthesis.
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Biology Pages

Kimball's Biology Pages: Photosynthesis Role of Light

For Students 9th - 10th
This site describes cellular components involved in light reaction and describes steps involved in photosynthesis.
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Arizona State University

Asu: Introduction to Photosynthesis and Its Applications

For Students 9th - 10th
This extremely detailed article begins with a basic introduction of photosynthetic processes and expands to more complex applications and related scientific ideas.
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Ohio State University

General Plant Biology: Photosynthesis

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this resource for an advanced discussion written in a clear an easy to follow style. There are diagrams and animations for all the major pathways.
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BiologyWise

Biology Wise: Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains the processes of photosynthesis and cellular respiration in plants. Discusses light-dependent and light-independent reactions in photosynthesis, and glycolysis and aerobic respiration in cellular respiration. The differences...
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Alberta Online Encyclopedia

Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Photosynthesis

For Students 9th - 10th
In this encyclopedia entry, you will find concise text explaining photosynthesis supplemented by a very detailed diagram of the process.
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Unit Plan
Vision Learning

Visionlearning: Energy in Living Systems: Harnessing the Energy of the Sun

For Students 9th - 10th
Background information on the history of photosynthesis. An explanation for how light is used to assist in making food for plants as the transfer of electrons allows energy to flow through the system.
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Handout
University of Arizona

University of Arizona: Fate of Excited Pigment Molecules

For Students 9th - 10th
Biology Project tutorial from the University of Alabama explains the molecular events that occur as a pigment molecule absorbs a photon of light during photosynthesis.
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Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Courses: Biology: Photosynthesis: Life From Light

For Students 9th - 10th
College-level online biology course focusing on the process of photosynthesis. Course highlights the physical, chemical, and biological reactions that happen during photosynthesis. Course features include lecture summaries, assignments,...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Calvin Cycle

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the Calvin cycle, the second stage of photosynthesis.
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University of Arizona

University of Arizona: Problemas De La Fotosintesis. Bloque 1

For Students 9th - 10th
In this module you will be able to test your understanding of how light energy is converted into different forms of chemical energy during photosynthesis, to review the equations for the light reactions of photosynthesis, and to explore...
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eBook
Biology Pages

Kimball's Biology Pages: Chloroplasts

For Students 9th - 10th
This site touches on all the high points of chloroplasts. Includes pictures and diagrams, as well as links to more detailed information.