This week in Science

This week has seen our Tower School scientists explore many exciting things, including the lifecycle of malaria, respiration and what a eukaryotic cell is. Well done to all students for their hard work!

Lantern have worked hard on developing their skills using sewing kits to make space themed items. Well done to Lantern. Question of the week: ‘what would we use if buttons had not been invented?’

Citadel looked at respiration and why we need to breathe, the students explored the respiration equation, and we worked together to balance the equation. Well done to Citadel. Question of the week: ‘why do we have the same number of letters on both sides of the equation?’

Lighthouse compared a plant, animal and bacterial cell. The class had to see which parts are the same in the cells and identify which parts are different. Well done to Lighthouse. Question of the week: ‘can humans live without bacteria?’

Steeple are continuing with their practical. I am impressed with how hard the class are working. Scientists of the week go to Steeple, well done to you all! Question of the week: ‘which will cool quicker, a bucket of water or a cup of water?’

Obelisk explored the world of photosynthesis, recalling the equation and how plants use it to make the important parts that they need. Well done, Obelisk. Question of the week: ‘can plants still grow in yellow light?’

Spire and Martello explored the lifecycle of malaria and mosquitos. The class now understand what malaria is and how it is transmitted. Well done to Martello and Spire. Question of the week: ‘should scientist try to find a cure for malaria?’

Fun fact: More people are allergic to cow’s milk than any other food.