Unit 3 Reflection

In this unit, we learned about the structure, function, processes, etc. of cells. We delved into photosynthesis and cellular respiration. We learned how cells came to be and the discovery of cells. We even observed and identified cells! We understood how essential each organelle is and how they help the cell.
Some setbacks I faced was understanding how some of the molecules factor in. I overcame the setback by asking questions, watching the vodcast, reading the textbook and watching Khan Academy to accumulate different perspectives. A strength for me was understanding photosynthesis and being able to explain it well. In the micro organism lab, Nakul and I found a system that helped us become more efficient with our time.
I'm a better student today because to tart off, I'm more intelligent. A week ago, I would've explained as photosynthesis making food for themselves which is sugar with the ingredients of carbon dioxide, sunlight, water, and nutrients from the soil. Now, I can explain calvin's cycle and ATP synthase. I learned skilled in proficiency and usage of time.
I would like to learn more about cellular respiration. I'm most definitely interested in observing more cell samples.

Photo of Ligustrum from micro organism lab

Photo from macromolecules in the egg lab

Egg diffusion lab: http://smerdonscience.blogspot.com/2016/10/diffusing-eggs.html

Macromolecules lab: http://smerdonscience.blogspot.com/2016/10/egg.html

Micro Organism Lab: http://smerdonscience.blogspot.com/2016/10/microscopic-organism-lab.html

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