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Energy Flow Between Desert Organisms - Model Building Activity (6-8 Grade NGSS)

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Using arrows and labels, complete a diagram showing how plants in this desert ecosystem absorb sunlight, take in water and carbon dioxide (CO2) to make fuel, and expel oxygen (O2) during the process of photosynthesis. Also show how animals eat plants (and each other). (Possible solutions found with teacher login.)

Energy Flow Between Desert Organisms - Model Building (6-8 Grade NGSS)

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