Unit C: Investigating Matter and Energy in Living Systems

Learn how and where osmosis takes place in the digestive system and excretory system and the role of osmosis in kidney dialysis.

What exactly are bacteria? What types of bacteria are there? And are they really as bad as people think they are?

Find out how scientists figure out the information on food nutrition labels and why that information can help to keep you healthy.

Learn about the important plant functions of photosynthesis, respiration and transpiration

Learn how chemistry and genetics makes redheads stand out from the crowd.

It took several scientists building on each other’s discoveries to come up with Cell Theory - one of the cornerstones of biology.

Plants need to exchange gases and water with their environment as part of photosynthesis. Some plant cells have evolved specifically for this purpose.

Mitosis is an important part of cell division that helps organisms grow and repair themselves.

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder. Gluten triggers an immune system response, seriously affecting nutrition.

Learn how test foods for starch.

How do the green leaves of summer change to vibrant colours in fall? Explore plant pigments in this chromatography activity.

Make a model of blood and learn about the function of each of the parts that makes up blood.

Spending time outside has important physical and psychological benefits. It can even help you learn better!

When you cut your finger, your immune system kicks in to protect you from pathogens.

What's tasty, abundant and high in protein and vitamins? Bugs! Bugs feed about 2 billion people each day. They also hold promise for food security and sustainability.