1. Understand how organisms obtain energy.
   1. Describe the cell part involved in obtaining energy.
   2. Describe the energy location and function of chlorophyll pigments.
   3. State the requirements of photosynthesis.
   4. Explain light and dark reactions of photosynthesis.
   5. Identify the characteristics of plants that make them efficient producers.
   6. Analyze the role of green plants as energy supplier to the ecosystem.
   7. Give scientific explanations behind farming practices.

Student Objectives/Learning Outcomes
In this unit, students will be able to

1. explain the process of photosynthesis.
   1. identify the cell parts involved in the process of photosynthesis.
   2. observe chloroplasts under the microscope.
   3. explain the functions of cell structures in the photosynthetic process.
   4. identify the raw materials needed in photosynthesis.
   5. identify the products of photosynthesis.
   6. analyze the effect of light on the rate of photosynthesis.
   7. test for the presence of the product of photosynthesis.
2. relate concepts of photosynthesis to farming practices.
3. illustrate how the  photosynthetic process helps reduce global warming.