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Powerful Plants

Perennial Biomass Production
Science
Carbon Sinks
Grade 11
NS
Powerful Plants

Description

In this lesson, students will gain an understanding of how scientists can apply their knowledge of plants and their life cycles to create climate change solutions. Students have the opportunity to research and compare plant life cycles and anatomy, and then apply this knowledge to investigate the proposed climate change solution.

Lesson Type: Literacy

Duration: Single Class

Sector: Carbon Sinks

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