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Plant Anatomy, Physiology, and Bioenergetics
8th Grade · Science · Open Global Science
5 lessons
Goal
Investigate plant vascular transport, floral morphology, seed germination dynamics, and photosynthetic starch synthesis.
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Plant Tissue Systems and Transport
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Standards Covered
- OGS.9.LS.2Open Global Science Standards 2026™ · Science · Level 9 / Grade 8 (Age 13) · Grade 8Analyze the hierarchical organization of multicellular organisms from cells to organ systems, evaluating how integrated human systems (circulatory, respiratory, nervous, digestive, endocrine, immune, and reproductive) and plant vascular structures sustain organismal survival.
- OGS.9.LS.3Open Global Science Standards 2026™ · Science · Level 9 / Grade 8 (Age 13) · Grade 8Investigate plant physiology and development by dissecting reproductive structures (flowers, seeds, fruits), examining conditions governing seed germination, and experimentally verifying photosynthetic starch synthesis and oxygen evolution.
Curriculum Framework
8th Grade · Science · Open Global Science
1
6 lessons
Cell Biology, Microscopy, and Enzyme Action
Prepare and observe temporary slide mounts, model organelle functions, and investigate factors affecting enzyme-catalyzed reactions.
2
5 lessons
Hierarchical Organization and Human Organ Systems
Analyze how multicellular systems integrate from cells to organ networks to sustain human homeostasis and immune defense.
3
5 lessons
Plant Anatomy, Physiology, and Bioenergetics
Investigate plant vascular transport, floral morphology, seed germination dynamics, and photosynthetic starch synthesis.
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6 lessons
Molecular Genetics, Protein Synthesis, and Biotechnology
Model the DNA double helix, trace transcription and translation, and evaluate genetic engineering applications and bioethics.
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6 lessons
Reproductive Biology, Endocrinology, and Health
Compare reproductive strategies, analyze the hormonal regulation of human reproduction, and assess contraception and STI prevention.
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5 lessons
Classification, Phylogeny, and Evolutionary Mechanisms
Classify organisms using taxonomic keys, evaluate five/six-kingdom systems, and model natural and artificial selection over geological time.
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5 lessons
Ecological Energetics, Nutrient Cycles, and Biodiversity
Construct ecological pyramids, quantify biogeochemical cycling, analyze community interactions, and evaluate biodiversity conservation.