Article 3: How Artificial Photosynthesis Works
Can we learn from plants by using the same energy that plants use to get the products we want? What research is being done in this field? Will we be able to use artificial photosynthesis on a large scale? What are the challanges in creating artificial photosynthesis? What are the advantages?
Read this 4 page article in the link below and try to find answers for these questions. In this article the author explains that an artificial photosynthesis system or photoelectrochemical cells that mimic photosynthesis in plants could in the future create inexpensive supply of gas and electricity. The article discusses what research has been done so far in this field, the application for artificial photosynthesis, and why artificial photosynthesis is not as easy to design as some other energy converting systems.
You will be happy to know how learning about plants may help us discover new sources of energy!
Link How Stuff Works
Layton, J. (n.d.). How Artificial Photosynthesis Works. Retrieved from http://science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/green-tech/energy-production/artificial-photosynthesis.htm
I think artificial photosynthesis is a breakthrough that the students need to learn about. It is a very environmental friendly topic, and an excellent springboard to a student-centered discussion on scientific advancements inspired by nature. Very useful article!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the feedback, I thought it was a very interesting article.
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