Biomass – the growing energy resource
Activities
The Helix teacher’s guide (CSIRO, Australia)
What’s the deal with biofuels? – students explore the issues associated with biofuels.
Energy Quest (California Energy Commission, USA)
Peanut power – how to use the energy in a peanut to heat water.
Newton's Apple (USA)
Ethanol – fermenting different plant substances.
Photosynthesis – the effect of lack of sunlight on leaves.
Daily Lesson Plan (New York Times, USA)
Not just a corny idea – students explore ways in which ethanol can be created using alternate energy sources.
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Page updated November 2008.
Page updated November 2008.