Biogeochemical Cycles
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Provided by: LabXchange|Published on: April 27, 2021
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Synopsis
- In this text resource, students read about different biogeochemical cycles in nature, such as the carbon cycle, nitrogen cycle, and sulfur cycle.
- Students will also learn about bioremediation and a specific example of this in the "Meningitis Belt" of Africa.
Subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Earth and Space Sciences, Health
Authors: LabXchange
Region: Global
Languages: English
Teaching Materials
Positives
- The resource includes learning objectives and checks for understanding questions to guide students.
- The color graphics on the different biogeochemical cycles aid in understanding.
Additional Prerequisites
- This resource is a very detailed view of these cycles at the microorganism level. It would be helpful for students to have a basic understanding of these cycles before reading.
- The fluency level of students should be considered before reading the text, so accommodations can be made.
Differentiation
- The visual aids can be used for ELL and ESE students to understand the steps of each cycle.
- Teachers can consider using reading comprehension strategies like chunking the text or mixed ability groupings.
- Chemistry classes can use this resource to explore the different types of chemical reactions that drive these cycles.
- This resource can be used in Earth science classes to learn about the interactions between the hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and lithosphere throughout the carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur cycles.
- Biology classes can focus on microorganisms that are essential to these cycles.
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About the Partner Provider
LabXchange
Harvard University’s LabXchange is a free online platform for science education, created with support from the Amgen Foundation. It makes learning science online flexible and fun, with interactives, lab simulations, and more.
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