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Through this unit children learn that there are many very small organisms called micro-organisms which feed, grow and reproduce and which may be harmful or beneficial.
Experimental and investigative work focuses on:
- making observations
- drawing conclusions
- suggesting explanations for conclusions, using scientific knowledge and understanding.
Work in this unit also offers children the opportunity to use scientific ideas to explain some causes of illness and decay, to relate micro-organisms to food production and to relate science to their personal health.
Some of the work in this unit is likely to be undertaken in relation to the school's programme for personal, social and health education.
This unit takes approximately 6 hours.
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