Lesson Plan
Grades 9-12
Double Trouble
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Students observe and collect data on the exponential growth of yeast cultures in both a lab experiment and under a microscope, graphing their findings and comparing their results with human population growth.
Students will be able to:
- Set-up and conduct a lab experiment on the growth of yeast cultures, making observations and recording data.
- Draw and interpret population J-curve and S-curve graphs.
- Identify limiting factors for populations of living organisms.
- Analyze the growth of a yeast colony as a model for human population growth.
Features of This Resource
- Students practice lab preparation and experiment management
- Students must synthesize and write about experiment findings
- Opportunity for students to transferring knowledge and skills to new topics
How Do I Get This Lesson Plan?
This lesson plan must be purchased as part of a lesson packet or as part of a full curriculum that is available in our store.
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