1. In Module 4, we are discussing the future of photosynthesis, fermentation, and cellular respiration. For this discussion, you will use the knowledge that you gained from your learning materials this week and your research.
Do an online search for new methods that use an organism’s metabolism for creating energy (fuel). You can focus on photosynthesis, fermentation or cellular respiration. Once you have found an example that you are interested in, go to the Library’s databaseLinks to an external site. and search for an article in an Academic Journal on that same topic. Then do the following:
Write a paragraph (4–6 sentences) on how this species is used to create energy (fuel). Elaborate on what metabolic pathway is used. (2 points)
- Be specific in your response and focus on the following:
– What is the name of the organism?
– What is the metabolic pathway (fermentation, cellular respiration, photosynthesis) that produces the fuel?
– What is the chemical that is produced in the process?
– how can this chemical be used as fuel? - Add the research article in APA format below your paragraph (1 point)
- A short paragraph (4–6 sentences) on a concept that you felt was tricky and would like to discuss and maybe a question at the end.It can also be on a concept that you find interesting or are curious about.
- Post a video that you found online with the reference in APA format with a hyperlink (videos posted in the Canvas course do not count). Add a short explanation (4–6 sentences) on why you think this might be helpful for your classmates.
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Caulfield, J. (2022, June 16). How to cite a YouTube video in APA style. Scribbr. Retrieved January 27, 2023, from https://www.scribbr.com/apa-examples/youtube/Links to an external site.
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- Post an article that you found online with the reference in APA format with a hyperlink (articles posted in the Canvas course do not count). Add a short explanation (4–6 sentences) on why you think this might be helpful for your classmates.
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Chegg. (n.d.). Citation generator. Citation Machine, a Chegg service. Retrieved January 27, 2023, from https://www.citationmachine.net/apaLinks to an external site.
Learning Materials
Concepts of Biology
Read the following chapters sections:
- Chapter 4: How Cells Obtain Energy
The living cells of every organism constantly use energy. Nutrients and other molecules are imported into the cell, metabolized, and possibly synthesized into new molecules, modified if needed, transported around the cell, and possibly distributed to the entire organism.
(Adapted from Fowler, S., Roush, R., & Wise, J. (2013). Concepts of biology. Openstax. https://openstax.org/details/books/concepts-biology)
- Chapter 5: Photosynthesis
The living cells of every organism constantly use energy. Nutrients and other molecules are imported into the cell, metabolized, and possibly synthesized into new molecules, modified if needed, transported around the cell, and possibly distributed to the entire organism.
(Adapted from Fowler, S., Roush, R., & Wise, J. (2013). Concepts of biology. Openstax. https://openstax.org/details/books/concepts-biology)
Photoautotrophs are organisms that convert solar energy (sunlight) into chemical energy (glucose), which is then used to build carbohydrate molecules. The energy that is harnessed from photosynthesis enters the ecosystems of our planet continuously and is transferred from one organism to another. Therefore, directly or indirectly, the process of photosynthesis provides most of the energy required by living things on earth.
Citation:
Fowler, S., Roush, R., & Wise, J. (2013). Concepts of biology. Openstax. https://openstax.org/details/books/concepts-biology
How Cells Obtain Energy
Download or print the PowerPoint to review important concepts or to take notes on your reading.
Download or print: Chapter 4 How Cells Obtain EnergyDownload Chapter 4 How Cells Obtain Energy
Photosynthesis
Download or print the PowerPoint to review important concepts or to take notes on your reading.
Download or print: Chapter 5 PhotosynthesisDownload Chapter 5 Photosynthesis
ATP & Respiration: Crash Course Biology #7
View the following video: ATP & Respiration: Crash Course Biology #7Links to an external site. (13:26) | video is closed-captioned
Citation:
Crash Course. (2012, March 12). ATP & respiration crash course biology #7 [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/00jbG_cfGuQ
Photosynthesis: Crash Course Biology #8
View the following video: Photosynthesis: Crash Course Biology #8Links to an external site. (13:15) | video is closed-captioned
Citation:
Crash Course. (2012, March 19). Photosynthesis: Crash course biology #8 (Updated) [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/sQK3Yr4Sc_k