Comparing Photosynthesis and Respiration

Introduction:

We know that plants are very important to us because we eat them, and we use them to make clothes. Today we are going to discover other ways plants are important to humans.

Information:

You are going to visit two sites that explain the processes of photosynthesis and respiration. While at first they sound similar, they are very different.

Activity:

Click on each of the links below. Read the information found on each site, then complete the Venn Diagram to show how photosynthesis and respiration are similar and different. Look back at the sites as much as you need. You need 3 responses in each section of the Venn Diagram. Also, complete the two sentences below.

Photosynthesis and Respiration

Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis makes ________________.

Respiration creates __________________.