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9.1 Transport in the xylem of plants
Description
Nature of science: Use models as representations of the real world—mechanisms involved in water transport in the xylem can be investigated using apparatus and materials that show similarities in structure to plant tissues. (1.10) |
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Understandings:
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Utilization: Syllabus and cross-curricular links: Biology Topic 2.2 Water Topics 2.9 and 8.3 Photosynthesis Aims:
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