3.2 Nutrient Cycling PPT

Description

This is a 27 slide PPT presentation for the new biology syllabus for Nutrient Cycling for the following learning outcomes:

• 3.2.4.Outline the concept of a microbiome; explore the role of microbiomes in promoting nutrient cycling in soils
• 3.2.5. Model the carbon cycle with reference to the roles of photosynthesis, respiration, decomposers, fossil fuels and carbon sinks
• 3.2.6. Model the nitrogen cycle with reference to nitrogen fixation, nitrification, decomposition, denitrification
• 3.2.7. Evaluate ethical and sustainability issues associated with the cycling of nutrients
• 3.2.8. Discuss the link between atmospheric carbon dioxide, methane and climate change; evaluate biological strategies to reduce atmospheric levels of these gases

The material is focused, clear and condensed down in a very aesthetically pleasing fashion.

Task slides are included and the action verbs are listed on the slides to ensure student familiarity with them and depth of treatment.

Learning intentions and learning checks are included on slides.

Links to the unifying stands noted also.

Clearly distinguished into HL and OL content