Practical Science for 11-16s: Aerobic respiration
Friday 22nd January 2027
10-12am
Location: Wesley Hall, Crookes, Sheffield.
Details
Students will be supported to carry out an investigation to compare the rate of aerobic respiration and evolution of carbon dioxide from a range of subjects. They will also have the opportunity to explore demonstrations of a range of methods that can be used to measure respiration and heat release in living organisms. Students will be supported to develop the experimental skills that are assessed in IGCSE examinations and to consider the limitations of a range of methodologies. They will have opportunities to further their knowledge and understanding of aerobic respiration as a chemical reaction in cells and the respiration equation, and to develop exam technique and understanding of key words and terminology.
Please note that this practical may involve the use of live maggots, which will be ethically and sensitively handled.
All tasks are carefully differentiated to allow students at any stage of their IGCSE journey to access learning at a level that is suitable to them individually.
Included in your booking
- Small-group teaching (maximum 10 students) from Amanda, an experienced IGCSE science specialist, qualified teacher (PGCE, QTS) and STEAM Impact Award winner.
- Practical investigations using specialist laboratory equipment and materials.
- Carefully designed activities that develop practical skills, scientific understanding and exam confidence.
- Take-home exam questions, mark schemes and model answers linked directly to the practical work completed during the session.
Relevant curriculum links
(Opportunities provided, if appropriate, on an individual basis)
Edexcel IGCSE Biology (4BI1):
2.34 understand how the process of respiration produces ATP in living organisms
2.35 know that ATP provides energy for cells
2.37 know the word equation and the balanced chemical symbol equation for aerobic respiration in living organisms
2.39 practical: investigate the evolution of carbon dioxide and heat from respiring seeds or other suitable living organisms
Cambridge IGCSE Biology (CAIE 0970):
2.2 - 1 Describe aerobic respiration as the chemical reactions in cells that use oxygen to break down nutrient molecules to release energy
2.2 - 1 State the word equation for aerobic respiration as: glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water
2.2 - 1 State the balanced chemical equation for aerobic respiration as:
C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O
Registration
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