Biology: Ecology and ecosystems
Overview
Students will observe different ecosystems and complete fieldwork. They will also learn about plant reproduction and disect a flower. Students will learn about pollution in food chains and how we can ensure we keep our planet safe.
The main SMSC/Personal Development content of this topic includes: PD19: Understanding the consequences of their behaviour and actions and PD22 – Interest in investigating and offering reasoned views about moral and ethical issues and the ability to understand and appreciate the viewpoints of others on these issues.
The main UN Rights of a Child covered are No.13 – Sharing thoughts freely and No.28 – Access to Education.
Example Key Words
Pollination
The transfer of pollen from a male part of a plant to a female part of a plant.
Biomass
The mass of living material.
Biodiversity
The variety of life in the world or in a particular ecosystem.
Bioaccumulation
The build up of chemicals throught the food chain.
Ecosystem
A community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.